The Oklahoma Sooners (19-8) have a tough matchup ahead of them as they face the eighth-ranked Iowa State Cyclones (21-6) in Big 12 play on Wednesday, February 28 at 8:00 PM ET at James H. Hilton Coliseum. The Cyclones have a moderate chance of success, with a point spread at -9.5 (-110).

The Sooners have gone 3-2 over their previous five matchups, with a recent win under their belt. This was an 84-82 overtime victory over the Oklahoma State Cowboys, which snapped their two-game losing skid.

Javian McCollum contributes significantly to the team's offense, leading in scoring with an average of 14.0 points per game. He maintains a 41.3 percent shooting accuracy and an impressive 94.0 percent success rate in free throws.

The Sooners consistently score an average of 76.2 points per game, displaying a noteworthy 47.0 percent field goal accuracy. While their ball movement is strong with an average of 13.6 assists, there is a need for increased aggressiveness in seeking scoring opportunities.

On the defensive end, they hold opponents to 67.2 points, resulting in a slightly positive point differential. The Sooners also showcase competitive defensive stats, including 36.1 rebounds, 3.3 blocks, and 6.1 steals per game.

The Cyclones are 4-1 in their last five games and have solid momentum coming into this one. Their latest performance was a 71-64 win over the West Virginia Mountaineers. This put them back on track after a 73-65 loss to the top-ranked Houston Cougars.

Keshon Gilbert leads their offense with 14.1 points and 46.3 percent shooting from the field each game. In addition, Tamin Lipsey can stand out too, as he led with 14 points and six assists in their recent win over the Mountaineers.

The Cyclones maintain a steady average of 77.9 points per game, boasting a 47.3 percent success rate in field goals. Their skilled ball movement results in 16.4 assists per game, shaping their offensive strategy.

On the defensive end, they limit opponents to an average of 62.9 points, highlighting a notable point differential. Furthermore, they grab 34.5 rebounds, block 3.0 shots, and record 10.6 steals per game, factors that may have a substantial impact on their overall performance.

MyBookie has set the odds for the college basketball game, indicating that the Iowa State Cyclones hold a 9.5-point advantage as favorites due to their home turf. Market analysis predicts an 85.8 percent likelihood of their victory in this match.

Given the Cyclones' recent strong performance, especially in their home games, the odds heavily support them in this matchup. Expect a solid performance as they aim to continue their positive streak.