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Late Surge Lifts Sooners Over Crimson Tide 79-71
16 Feb
Summary
- Oklahoma's Raegan Beers led with 21 points, supported by Verhulst's 17.
- Alabama's late rally faltered, losing a lead in the fourth quarter.
- Sooners secured the win with strong offensive rebounding and second chances.
No. 10 Oklahoma secured a hard-fought 79-71 victory over No. 23 Alabama on Sunday. Raegan Beers led the Sooners with 21 points, while Payton Verhulst contributed 17. Freshman Aaliyah Chavez proved pivotal in the fourth quarter, adding nine points to her 15 total, helping Oklahoma maintain their lead.
Despite Oklahoma's offensive struggles, including poor shooting from three-point range and free-throw line, their 14 offensive rebounds generated 19 crucial second-chance points. Alabama rallied in the third quarter to briefly take a 57-54 lead, but their offense stalled, making only three of fifteen shots thereafter.
Alabama's scoring was balanced, with six players reaching at least eight points, led by Ta'Mia Scott's 17. However, they could not sustain their momentum against Oklahoma's consistent offensive pressure and strong rebounding in the closing minutes.
Oklahoma's next game is against Georgia on Thursday, while Alabama faces a tough matchup at home against No. 3 South Carolina on the same day.
