Introduction
Oklahoma State University is one of the most successful basketball programs in the nation, having made the NCAA Tournament in 25 of the last 26 seasons. However, the 2019-2020 season has been a struggle for the Cowboys and they currently sit at 11-14 overall and 2-10 in the Big 12 Conference. With only four regular season games left, can Oklahoma State still make the playoffs this year?
Overview of Oklahoma State Basketball
Oklahoma State has a long and successful history in college basketball. Under head coach Eddie Sutton, the Cowboys won two Big 8 Conference championships, two Elite 8 appearances, and a Final Four appearance in 1995. Since then, Oklahoma State has consistently been one of the top teams in the Big 12, making the NCAA Tournament in 25 of the last 26 seasons. Oklahoma State is led by star guard Cade Cunningham, who is projected to be one of the top picks in the 2021 NBA Draft.
Oklahoma State’s Struggles in 2019-2020
Despite having one of the most talented rosters in the Big 12, Oklahoma State has struggled this season. The Cowboys have been plagued by injuries, most notably with star guard Lindy Waters III, who suffered a season-ending injury in December. The Cowboys have also struggled to find consistent scoring, as they have failed to break the 70-point mark in five of their last six games. Oklahoma State currently sits at 11-14 overall and 2-10 in the Big 12 Conference.
Oklahoma State’s Chances of Making the Playoffs
Despite their struggles, Oklahoma State still has a chance to make the playoffs this year. The Cowboys have four regular season games remaining, all against Big 12 opponents. Oklahoma State will need to win at least three of these games in order to have a chance at making the playoffs. The Cowboys are currently tied with Kansas State and Texas Tech for the ninth and final spot in the Big 12 standings, so every game is important for Oklahoma State.
Conclusion
The 2019-2020 season has been a struggle for Oklahoma State basketball, but the Cowboys still have a chance to make the playoffs this year. Oklahoma State will need to win at least three of their remaining four games in order to have a chance at making the postseason. With star guard Cade Cunningham leading the way, the Cowboys have a chance to make some noise in the Big 12 and possibly make the playoffs.