The Cowboys went 12-3 at home, but don't expect a raucous atmosphere in Stillwater, Okla., for this NIT opener as it comes during spring break. (And it's the NIT). The Shockers got a surprise invitation after scattering for their break following an 83-80 AAC Tournament loss to Memphis on Saturday. They might not have time to practice, but every player responded enthusiastically when asked about the chance to keep playing. Senior guard Bijan Cortes, who grew up about an hour away from Oklahoma State's campus, is definitely fired up after pouring in 39 points with 12 assists in two AAC tourney games. The Shockers closed on a 9-3 ATS run and I like them to keep this close, if not win outright.