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West Virginia Mountaineers vs Oklahoma State Cowboys Recap - West Virginia Wins 87-84
West Virginia got 22 points and 19 rebounds from Derek Culver en route to a 87-84 victory over Oklahoma State on Monday at Gallagher-Iba Arena.
Bettors who backed West Virginia were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.5 at sportsbooks.
Miles McBride had 21 points for West Virginia and Taz Sherman chipped in with 20 points. Miles McBride had 5 assists for them, while Derek Culver was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 19 boards.
Oklahoma State got 25 points from Cade Cunningham in a losing cause and another 22 points from Isaac Likekele. Keylan Boone contributed 4 assists for them, while Cade Cunningham had 9 rebounds.
West Virginia was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
West Virginia had a 39-38 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
West Virginia looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Texas. Oklahoma State will aim to get back on the winning track at Kansas State.