Arizona Dominates Oklahoma State
In a dominant display that solidified their position as the top team in college basketball, No. 1 Arizona crushed Oklahoma State 84-47 on Saturday in a Big 12 clash. The Wildcats, boasting an undefeated record of 23-0 and 10-0 in conference play, achieved their finest start in school history by completely neutralizing the Cowboys’ renowned scoring ability, which had averaged 86.5 points per game prior to this matchup. Notably, Oklahoma State had recently exceeded the 90-point mark in a game against No. 16 BYU.
Key Performances
Brayden Burries led Arizona’s offensive charge, contributing 15 points and grabbing eight rebounds, shooting efficiently with a 7-for-11 performance from the field. Arizona dominated the boards with 55 rebounds compared to Oklahoma State’s 35, and notably outscored them 54-14 in the paint. The Wildcats’ victory margin of 37 points marked their largest in any Big 12 game since they joined the conference last season and their biggest in a conference contest since a 45-point drubbing of rival Arizona State in 2024.
Oklahoma State’s Struggles
Oklahoma State’s struggles were evident, as Anthony Roy was the only player to reach double digits with 10 points. The rest of the team fell flat, with no other player scoring more than eight, leading to a dismal 24.6 shooting percentage—their worst since 2014. Their 47 total points were the lowest for the program since a similar showing against Houston in 2024.
Second Half Surge
Arizona surged ahead after halftime, already leading 40-22, and quickly escalated their lead to 30 with a decisive 13-0 run. The Wildcats shot an impressive 59.4% in the second half, further clinching their authoritative win.
Looking Ahead
As they look forward, Arizona prepares for a challenging road game against No. 11 Kansas on Monday, while Oklahoma State faces Arizona State on Tuesday night. This latest victory confirms Arizona’s status as a powerhouse in this season’s college basketball landscape.
