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Oklahoma State Bench Powers 91-60 Season-Opening Win Over Incarnate Word

The victory signals a defensive identity focused on forcing turnovers, converting offensive rebounds into second‑chance points, producing quick transition scoring

Overview

  • Oklahoma State, which beat Incarnate Word 91-60 on Monday, leaned on deep reserve play with the bench outscoring the Cardinals' reserves 58-17.
  • Reserve Luka Bogavac led the Cowboys with 14 points while Andrija Grbovic had 10, Jordan Burks and Parker Robinson each scored 11, and Jacob Walker finished with eight points, eight assists and four steals.
  • The Cowboys forced 21 turnovers and collected 10 steals, converting those takeaways into a 15-4 fastbreak advantage that disrupted Incarnate Word's offense.
  • Oklahoma State dominated the glass with 15 offensive rebounds and outscored the Cardinals 21-4 in second-chance points, fueling early runs including a 12-0 start and a 54-17 halftime lead.
  • With senior guard Kanye Clary limited by a hamstring issue, Jacob Walker's efficient play as primary ballhandler provides immediate stability and is a development to watch as the team aims for more consistent 40-minute defense.