Miami Hurricanes vs Oklahoma St. Cowboys Betting Picks & Predictions
The 2024 Shriners Children's Charleston Classic is currently underway, featuring eight college basketball teams in its 17th edition. The Miami Hurricanes will face off
Game outlook
The 2024 Shriners Children's Charleston Classic is currently underway, featuring eight college basketball teams in its 17th edition. The Miami Hurricanes will face off against the Oklahoma State Cowboys in the second round, both teams looking to bounce back from first round losses. Miami is the favorite with a current line of -4.5, with the game scheduled to take place on Friday, November 22 at approximately 2 PM EST. This prediction will analyze both teams and provide insights on the outcome of the game.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Hurricanes -190 | Cowboys +164
Spread: Hurricanes -4.5 (-110) | Cowboys +4.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 158 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Miami will win straight-up is 66%.
Miami Hurricanes
The Miami Hurricanes suffered a tough loss to the Drake Bulldogs in the first round of the Charleston Classic, falling 80-69 despite being a 7-point favorite. Miami struggled to find their rhythm and were outplayed by Drake, who led for much of the game. Despite having a height advantage, Miami lost the battle of the boards and shot just 41% from the field. Their leading scorer was Nijel Pack with 17 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Bulldogs. Miami's center Lynn Kidd was limited to just 2 points by Drake's defense. Despite the loss, Miami remains a strong offensive team, ranking 4th in the nation in scoring average. They shoot well from the field, free throw line, and three-point range, but will need to improve defensively to bounce back from this defeat. With a power ranking of 50, Miami is currently 3-1 this season and will look to rebound from this tough loss.