Utah Wins First Big 12 Game Against Oklahoma State

Utah basketball achieved its first-ever Big 12 Conference victory, defeating Oklahoma State 83-62, with Ezra Ausar leading the Utes with a season-high 21 points. The Utes shot an impressive 55.6% from the field and dominated the paint, outscoring the Cowboys 46-24. Keanu Dawes and Jake Wahlin contributed significantly, each scoring 16 points, with Wahlin going a perfect 5-for-5 from the field. Utah established an early lead with a 12-0 run and never trailed during the game, maintaining a double-digit lead for most of the contest. Defensively, Utah held Oklahoma State to just 33% shooting and recorded seven blocks, while the Cowboys struggled with free throws, making only 10 of 22 attempts. The win marks a crucial turnaround for Utah, snapping a four-game losing streak in their first season after leaving the Pac-12 Conference.