Cincinnati Bearcats vs. Oklahoma State Cowboys
In a commanding performance, the Cincinnati Bearcats triumphed over the Oklahoma State Cowboys with a decisive score of 91-68 on Saturday.
Key Performances
Day Day Thomas delivered an impressive display, tying his personal record by sinking seven shots from beyond the arc, eventually amassing a season-high total of 26 points. His shooting accuracy was remarkable, as he converted 7 of 11 attempts from three-point range and made 5 of 6 from the free-throw line. Notably, he achieved the milestone of scoring 1,000 career points during the game, marking this milestone on his first free throw attempt with 5:42 left in the first half.
In addition to Thomas’s breakout performance, Moustapha Thiam contributed significantly with a double-double, scoring 24 points on 10 of 18 shooting and pulling down a personal-best 15 rebounds. Cincinnati’s roster saw further support from Jizzle James and Baba Miller, each contributing 11 points to the win.
Game Overview
Cincinnati showcased a dominant performance from the outset, establishing a lead that they would not relinquish, with James hitting a 3-pointer around 11:41 into the first half to solidify a double-digit advantage. This victory now extends the Bearcats’ winning streak to five in their last six games, improving their overall record to 16-13 and 8-8 in the Big 12.
Oklahoma State’s Struggles
On the other hand, Oklahoma State struggled, with Vyctorius Miller leading his team with 15 points as they absorbed their sixth loss in the last seven games, dropping to 17-12 and 5-11 in conference standings. Teammates Kanye Clary and Jaylen Curry added 11 points each, while Andrija Vukovic contributed 10 points.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, the Cowboys will travel for a game against UCF on Tuesday, while the Bearcats prepare to host No. 19 BYU on the same day.
