Southern Illinois Salukis +10.5
(NCAAB) Salukis (SIU) vs. Cowboys (OKST),
Point Spread: 10.50 | -105.00 Salukis (SIU) (Away)
Result: Win
Oklahoma State has won their first two games but they weren't overwhelming in their wins over Green Bay and St. Thomas, prevailing by 13 and nine points, respectively. The Cowboys allowed those two teams to knock down 29 threes while shooting 43.3% from beyond the arc in those contests. The 14.5 allowed 3s is second to last in the nation while they are 354th in three-point field goal percentage defense. Southern Illinois is 1-1 on the year but they have a veteran coach in Scott Nagy, who had plenty of success at South Dakota State and Wright State, making five NCAA Tournament appearances in 16 years along with six regular season conference crowns. The Salukis will run with the Cowboys and exploit their weaknesses. They may not win but they'll keep in striking distance, giving you a cover.