Surprise leader in Big 12

What a difference a week makes in Big 12 basketball. Both the Sooners and Cowboys are in much better shape than they were last Monday. It was a good week for both; two-game winning streaks for each, including big road wins in the Lone Star State.

How big was David Godbold’s 28-foot 3-pointer that beat Texas Tech? If that shots bounces off, the Sooners and Cowboys are tied in the real Big 12 standings, which take into effect home/road records. Remember, you get point for a road win and lose a point for a home loss. It’s a great way to tell what the standings really look like as we go down the stretch.

1. Texas +4: Longhorns are tied with Kansas and have fewer road games remaining.

2. Kansas +3: Jayhawks play at Stillwater on Saturday.

3. Kansas State +2: Wildcats showing signs of staggering.

4. Texas A&M +1: Aggies were thought to be riding high until OSU came to College Station.

5. OU & Baylor Even: Sooners and Bears play Tuesday night at Norman. When it comes to NCAA Tournament consideration, Sooners have a big edge, thanks to non-conference schedule.