Three takeways: No. 23 Texas pulls away late, defeats Oklahoma State, 62-50

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Mar 4, 2016; Stillwater, OK, USA; Texas Longhorns guard Demarcus Holland (2) drives to the basket defended by Oklahoma State Cowboys guard Jeffrey Carroll (30) during the first half at Gallagher-Iba Arena.

Here are three quick takeaways from the Longhorns 62-50 win over Oklahoma State:

1. Texas pulls away late. The Longhorns (20-11, 11-7 Big 12) struggled against the Cowboys (12-19, 3-15). Oklahoma State gave Texas trouble throughout Friday night. The Cowboys' tenacious effort combined with a rough shooting night made it a tough game for the Longhorns. But Texas was able to pull away late. The Longhorns went on a 16-2 run to end the game. Texas was…