Prop Bets: Oklahoma St Cowboys VS Northwestern Wildcats 2025-11-27

Oklahoma State vs. Northwestern: A Turkey Day Tussle of Tempo and Treys

The Oklahoma State Cowboys (6-0) and Northwestern Wildcats (5-1) are set for a Thanksgiving clash that’s less "gratitude" and more "grind it out." Let’s break it down with the precision of a stat head who’s had one too many pumpkin spice lattes.

The Numbers That Won’t Let You Sleep
- Oklahoma State is a scoring machine, averaging 93.2 PPG (1st in college hoops) and led by Jaylen Curry’s 30-point explosion in their last game. They’re third in adjusted tempo, so expect a game faster than your cousin’s post-Thanksgiving food coma.
- Northwestern is 11th in 3-point percentage (41.9%) and has cashed the Over in four straight games. Their defense? Not so hot—opponents average 74.3 PPG (200th). But hey, their travel advantage is so strong, they probably packed their bags in September.

Odds Breakdown
- Moneyline: DraftKings has Oklahoma State at +220 (implied 31.25%) and Northwestern at -340 (68%). The math says the Cowboys are the favorite, but the Wildcats are betting on their home-court advantage (it’s a neutral site, but Chicago’s got their back).
- Spread: Northwestern is a 2.5-point underdog at most books. BetMGM’s line: Northwestern -2.5 (-110) vs. Oklahoma St +2.5 (-110).
- Total: 159.5 points (Over/Under at -110). With both teams ranking in the top 30 in offensive efficiency, this one’s screaming "Over."

Player Props to Wager On
- Nick Martinelli (Northwestern): Over 20.5 points (-118) after dropping 25 vs. South Carolina. He’s a lock unless he’s napping.
- Jaylen Curry (Oklahoma St): Over 1.5 threes (+125). He’s a 38.5% shooter from deep—don’t let his height fool you, he’s a sniper.
- Jayden Reid (Northwestern): Under 5.5 assists (-135). At 5’10”, he’s fighting gravity and Oklahoma State’s 32nd-ranked rebounding.

The Verdict
Oklahoma State’s high-octane offense (+113 scoring differential) will overwhelm Northwestern’s shaky defense. The Cowboys’ five double-digit scorers? They’re like a Thanksgiving buffet—there’s something for everyone. But don’t sleep on the Wildcats’ 3-pointers; they’ll keep the game closer than your in-law’s political rants.

Final Pick: Oklahoma State -2.5 and Over 159.5. And if you’re feeling spicy, back Nick Martinelli to drop 21+ points. Just don’t blame me when your bracket’s as dry as a turkey left out too long. 🦃🏀

Created: Nov. 28, 2025, 3:03 a.m. GMT