The Cowboys shot 29.2 percent overall and made just the one 3-pointer from Waters. They shot 20 shots from 3-point range.
West Virginia (12-2, 1-1) brought its physical defense that entered Big 12 play ranked No. 5 in the country. It simply took over the game.
Physicality ruled as both teams struggled to shoot in the opening half. A total of 38 fouls were called, leading to a combined 40 free throws. And both teams struggled to control the basketball, combining for 39 turnovers.
It all played into the Mountaineers’ gameplan.
OSU never found its rhythm, though after losing by 35 to Texas Tech the Cowboys did battle.