Cade Cunningham goes for double-double in Oklahoma State debut

Cunningham finished with 21 points, 10 rebounds and three assists in the 75-68 victory over UT Arlington.

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Five-star recruit Cade Cunningham on Wednesday recorded a double-double during his collegiate debut with the Oklahoma State Cowboys during a 75-68 win over UT Arlington.

Cunningham, who is projected to be the No. 1 pick in the 2021 NBA draft, finished with 21 points, 10 rebounds and three assists in the victory. He shot 7-of-16 from the field, including 2-of-5 from 3-point range, in 36 minutes of work.

The 19-year-old went to work early and had his entire repertoire on display, recording 12 of the Cowboys’ first 24 points. He flashed his craftiness and quickness while he also excelled in driving and finishing near the basket throughout the game.

The Cowboys were pushed until the final seconds by the Mavericks and pulled out the win late. Cunningham was featured heavily in the closing minutes and went 5-of-7 from the free-throw line to help seal the road victory.

The college basketball season may have kicked off on Wednesday for both men and women but most eyes in the sport were locked in on Cunningham. Given his overall talent, and ability to take over games, he will certainly have an audience each time he steps onto the court.

Oklahoma State plays next on Saturday vs. Texas Southern.

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