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Chavez Leads OU Upset Over No. 2 South Carolina in OT
23 Jan
Summary
- Oklahoma defeated No. 2 South Carolina 94-82 in overtime.
- Aaliyah Chavez scored 15 points in overtime to seal the win.
- Oklahoma dominated the paint with 50 points and 54 rebounds.
No. 16 Oklahoma achieved a remarkable upset, defeating No. 2 South Carolina 94-82 in overtime. This victory marks only the third time in program history that the Sooners have defeated a top-2 ranked opponent.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with South Carolina leading 43-36 at halftime. Oklahoma mounted a comeback in the third quarter, outscoring the Gamecocks 25-16 to take a two-point lead.
Regulation ended in a 75-75 tie after a dramatic finish that included key turnovers and a last-second shot to force overtime. In the extra period, freshman phenom Aaliyah Chavez exploded for 15 points, leading Oklahoma to the decisive win.
The Sooners' interior presence was a defining factor, as they outscored South Carolina 50-40 in the paint and held a commanding 54-39 rebounding advantage. This critical performance secured a memorable win for the Oklahoma program.
