The 1997–98 Oklahoma State Cowboys basketball team represented Oklahoma State University‑Stillwater during the 1997–98 NCAA Division I men’s basketball season. The Cowboys competed as members of the Big 12 Conference, which had been formed that year from the merger of the Big Eight and Southwest Conferences.
Coaching and venue
- Head coach: Eddie Sutton, serving his eighth season at Oklahoma State.
- Home arena: Gallagher‑Iba Arena, Stillwater, Oklahoma.
Season overview
The team completed the regular season with an overall winning record and a positive conference record, securing a position in the upper half of the Big 12 standings. Their performance earned the Cowboys an at‑large bid to the 1998 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament. In the tournament, Oklahoma State was eliminated in the opening round.
Key players
The roster featured several contributors who earned conference honors and later pursued professional careers, though specific award details and statistical leaders are documented in season archives.
Post‑season
- Big 12 Tournament: The Cowboys participated in the inaugural Big 12 tournament, advancing to the later rounds before being eliminated.
- NCAA Tournament: Received an at‑large bid, seeded in the middle range, and were ousted in the first round.
Legacy
The 1997–98 season is noted for continuing the resurgence of Oklahoma State basketball under Eddie Sutton, building on the program’s strong performances of the mid‑1990s and setting the stage for future conference and tournament successes.
All presented information reflects documented historical records of the 1997–98 Oklahoma State Cowboys basketball season.
