Cowboys Picked Last in Big 12 Hoops

Big 12 coaches have cast their predictions for the upcoming men's basketball season, placing the Oklahoma State Cowboys at the bottom of the rankings, projected to finish 11th. This places significant pressure on the team and its third-year head coach, Steve Lutz. The Cowboys have not reached the NCAA Tournament since 2021, having participated in the NIT in each of the last two seasons.

Despite the low preseason ranking, Oklahoma State has shown improvement under Lutz, increasing their win total in consecutive seasons. The team has also bolstered its roster with a highly anticipated freshman class, featuring several four-star recruits, and several key transfers. Returning players like Kanye Clary and Parsa Fallah, who gained an extra year of eligibility, are expected to contribute significantly to the team's efforts to climb the conference standings.