OKLAHOMA CITY (Interstat) — The Oklahoma Sooners defeated the Oklahoma State Cowgirls 92-70 in a women’s basketball game Saturday at Paycom Center. Oklahoma used a decisive 30-point third quarter to pull away, turning a 42-37 halftime lead into a commanding 72-56 advantage. Raegan Beers led the Sooners with 22 points and 12 rebounds. Sahara Williams added 18 points and seven assists, while Aaliyah Chavez contributed 15 points and six assists. Micah Gray scored 22 points for Oklahoma State. The Sooners improved to 11-1, while the Cowgirls fell to 10-2. Oklahoma shot 51.3% from the field and forced 18 turnovers, converting them into a significant edge in fast-break scoring.

OKLAHOMA CITY (Interstat) — In a commanding display of efficiency and defensive pressure, the Oklahoma Sooners women’s basketball team delivered a decisive 92-70 victory over the Oklahoma State Cowgirls on Saturday afternoon at a sold-out Paycom Center. A crowd of 10,552 witnessed the Sooners, now 11-1, dismantle their in-state rivals by dominating nearly every facet of the game. The 10-2 Cowgirls, despite a strong start, were ultimately overwhelmed by Oklahoma’s relentless attack and a stifling defense that created a stark disparity in playmaking. The most critical phase of the contest arrived in the third quarter. Leading 42-37 at halftime, the Sooners erupted for 30 points in the period, effectively putting the game out of reach. They shot a blistering 12 of 19 from the field in the quarter while holding Oklahoma State to 19 points on 7-of-21 shooting. This surge transformed a competitive matchup into a comfortable lead, showcasing Oklahoma’s ability to shift gears and execute at a championship level. Oklahoma’s offensive engine was powered by a balanced and unselfish attack. Raegan Beers, the 6-foot-4 transfer from Littleton, Colorado, was the focal point, scoring 22 points and grabbing 12 rebounds in just 27 minutes. Her interior presence provided a consistent scoring threat and opened opportunities for her teammates. Those teammates capitalized frequently. Sahara Williams of Waterloo, Iowa, filled the stat sheet with 18 points, seven assists, four rebounds and two blocks. Point guard Aaliyah Chavez from Lubbock, Texas, orchestrated the offense with 15 points, seven rebounds and six assists. Zya Vann, a local product from Edmond, Oklahoma, added 15 points, while Payton Verhulst of De Soto, Kansas, contributed 10 points, nine rebounds and four assists. The Sooners’ ball movement was exceptional, finishing with 12 assists compared to just four for the Cowgirls. Defensively, Oklahoma was even more disruptive, registering 12 steals and seven blocks. Oklahoma State committed 18 turnovers, which the Sooners converted into 23 points. Oklahoma State was led by the scoring of Micah Gray, an Oklahoma City native who finished with 22 points. Jadyn Wooten of Overland Park, Kansas, added 15 points, and Haleigh Timmer from Rapid City, South Dakota, scored 11. However, the Cowgirls struggled to find an offensive rhythm against Oklahoma’s pressure, shooting just 37.8% from the field and 28.1% from three-point range. The Sooners were efficient with their possessions, posting an offensive rating of 103.7 points per 100 possessions. They shot 51.3% from the floor overall and outrebounded Oklahoma State 46-40. The Cowgirls managed an offensive rating of just 80.2. Oklahoma set the tone early, leading 21-20 after a back-and-forth first quarter. They extended the margin to five by halftime before their decisive third-quarter run sealed the outcome. The Sooners have now won five consecutive games since their only loss of the season to UCLA in early November. Oklahoma State will look to rebound quickly, hosting Tulsa on Monday. Oklahoma’s next contest is a home game against North Carolina Central on Dec. 22 before entering Southeastern Conference play in the new year.

Top-10 Showdown Set for Bedlam in Oklahoma City OKLAHOMA CITY (Interstat) — Two of the nation’s hottest teams will collide Saturday when the Oklahoma Sooners visit the Oklahoma State Cowgirls in a nonconference women’s basketball showdown at Paycom Center. Both teams enter with identical 10-1 records, their only losses coming against ranked opponents in November. The Sooners have won nine straight since a fall to UCLA, while the Cowgirls have reeled off seven consecutive victories following a road loss to Saint John’s. Oklahoma’s offense has been a juggernaut, averaging 95.5 points per game. They are led by forward Raegan Beers, who is averaging 19.5 points on 68% shooting over her last seven games. She scored 26 points in just 23 minutes in Thursday’s 103-48 rout of Arkansas-Little Rock. The Cowgirls counter with a dynamic backcourt, spearheaded by Jadyn Wooten. The guard is averaging 16.3 points and 7.5 assists over her last four contests, including a 26-point, 6-rebound, 5-assist performance in a key road win at Miami (Fla.) on Nov. 29. This marks the first meeting between the in-state rivals since Oklahoma’s departure from the Big 12 Conference to the Southeastern Conference. The game, played at a neutral site in the state’s capital, adds a new chapter to the historic Bedlam series. Oklahoma State’s defense, allowing just 55.8 points per game during its win streak, will face its toughest test against the high-octane Sooners. Conversely, Oklahoma must contain Wooten and Cowgirls’ leading scorer Stailee Heard, who had 26 points in their last outing. With both teams boasting top-10 rankings, elite offenses, and a storied rivalry, Saturday’s matchup provides a premier December showcase with potential NCAA Tournament seeding implications.