Colorado Buffaloes vs Oklahoma State Cowboys Picks and Predictions for Tuesday March 10 2026
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The Colorado Buffaloes face the Oklahoma State Cowboys in the Phillips 66 Big 12 Tournament First Round at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. Tip-off is scheduled for 9:30 PM ET and the game will be televised on ESPN+. At the time of this writing the odds were not released. Be sure to check out our free college basketball picks for more daily predictions and expert analysis.
Buffaloes Bring Balanced Offense into Tournament
Colorado enters the Big 12 Tournament with a 17-14 overall record and a 7-11 mark in conference play. The Buffaloes have had mixed results recently as they recently lost to Arizona 89-79, recently won over Utah 92-78, recently lost to Houston 102-62, recently won over Kansas State 79-70, and recently won over Oklahoma State 83-69.
Colorado averages 79.9 points per game while allowing 79.0 points per contest this season. The Buffaloes shoot 47% from the field and average 34.3 rebounds per game while producing 15.6 assists per contest. Defensively they contribute 3.4 blocks and 6.4 steals per game.
The Buffaloes have been an efficient offensive team throughout the season, and their ability to shoot nearly 47% from the field helps them stay competitive even in high-scoring games. However, their defense has occasionally struggled, allowing nearly 79 points per game.
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Cowboys Looking to Respond After Recent Loss
Oklahoma State enters the tournament with an 18-13 overall record and a 6-12 mark in Big 12 play. The Cowboys have also experienced inconsistent results recently as they recently lost to Houston 82-75, recently won over UCF 111-104 in overtime, recently lost to Cincinnati 91-68, recently won over West Virginia 91-84 in overtime, and recently lost to Colorado 83-69.
The Cowboys average 83.9 points per game while allowing 82.5 points per contest this season. Oklahoma State shoots 46% from the field and averages 37.9 rebounds per game while contributing 14.8 assists per contest.
Offensively Oklahoma State plays at a fast pace and has the ability to put up points quickly. However, their defense has been a concern throughout the season as they allow over 82 points per game, which can lead to high-scoring games.
Colorado Buffaloes vs Oklahoma State Cowboys Pick
Colorado vs Oklahoma State Pick
- Colorado Buffaloes Moneyline
Colorado already demonstrated they can handle Oklahoma State recently with an 83-69 victory. The Buffaloes have the advantage in shooting efficiency and have shown they can control the tempo against the Cowboys. If Colorado can replicate their offensive efficiency, they should be able to secure another win in this tournament matchup.
Colorado vs Oklahoma State Total Pick
- Take the Over if the total is set at 156
I expect a fast-paced and high-scoring game between these teams. Both squads average close to or above 80 points per game and Oklahoma State allows over 82 points per contest. With both teams capable of pushing the tempo offensively, this matchup has strong potential to go over the total.
Final Score Prediction: Colorado 85, Oklahoma State 80
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