Oklahoma
Texas A&M
NORMAN, Okla. (01/29/2026) — The No. 10 Oklahoma Sooners delivered a commanding performance at the Lloyd Noble Center on Thursday, defeating the Texas A&M Aggies 85-58 in a decisive SEC matchup.
HOW IT HAPPENED
Oklahoma's offensive execution was nearly flawless, as the team shot a blistering 48% from the field and a remarkable 52% from three-point range. The Sooners' ball movement was a key factor in their success, generating 25 assists on 30 made field goals. This offensive efficiency, combined with a defense that forced 22 turnovers from Texas A&M, allowed Oklahoma to control the game from the outset.
The Aggies struggled to find their rhythm against the Sooners' pressure, shooting just 36% from the field and 21% from beyond the arc. The disparity in ball control was stark, with Texas A&M managing only 10 assists against their 22 turnovers, hampering any attempt to build offensive momentum.
TURNING POINT
Though Texas A&M scored the first five points of the contest, Oklahoma quickly erased the deficit and led 23-18 after the first quarter. The game was blown open in the second quarter when the Sooners mounted an overwhelming 19-0 scoring run, extending their lead to 44-20. During this pivotal stretch, the Aggies were held scoreless for over seven minutes. Oklahoma's defense forced nine turnovers in the second quarter alone, holding the Aggies to just 3-of-9 shooting in the period and taking a commanding 46-27 lead into halftime.
STAR OF THE GAME
Payton Verhulst led a balanced Sooner attack, scoring a team-high 16 points. She was one of four Oklahoma players to score in double figures, joined by Aaliyah Chavez with 14 points, and both Raegan Beers and Sahara Williams who each contributed 12 points. The collective effort underscored Oklahoma's offensive depth and teamwork.
For the Texas A&M Aggies, Lauren Ware was a bright spot in the loss, leading her team with 15 points and 7 rebounds. Ny'Ceara Pryor also added 12 points and 5 assists for the Aggies.
WHAT IT MEANS
This victory marks Oklahoma's third consecutive win, improving their conference record to 5-3 and their overall record to 17-4. The dominant fashion of the win reinforces their standing as a top team in the SEC and provides significant momentum as they prepare for a crucial road game against No. 4 Texas.
For Texas A&M, the loss extends their losing streak to five games, dropping their record to 8-9 overall and 1-7 in the SEC. The Aggies will need to address their offensive struggles and issues with ball security as they face another difficult challenge, hosting No. 3 South Carolina on Monday.