Oklahoma defeats Stetson 107-54
Oklahoma Dominates Stetson in Statement Win
In a resounding display of dominance, the Oklahoma Sooners crushed visiting Stetson 107-54 at the Lloyd Noble Center on Tuesday night.
The home team was never challenged, as they took control from the opening tip and never looked back. By halftime, Oklahoma led by a staggering 51-30 margin, which only grew wider in the second half. The final score reflected the blowout, with Oklahoma winning by an insurmountable 53-point margin.
Oklahoma's victory marked a statement win for the team, as they asserted their dominance over a ranked opponent. The Sooners' performance was fueled by Derrion Reid, who scored 22 points on 2-3 three-point shooting and 75% field goal percentage. Mohamed Wague chipped in with nine rebounds, 15 points, and two assists.
For Stetson, the loss was a tough pill to swallow. Despite showing flashes of brilliance, they struggled to keep up with Oklahoma's high-powered offense. Ethan Copeland led the Hatters with 14 points on 2-8 three-point shooting and 46.2% field goal percentage. Jamie Phillips Jr. added six points, five rebounds, and two assists.
The advanced statistics told a similar story. Oklahoma's efficiency was on full display, with an eFG% of 78.0%, a free throw rate of 37.3%, and an OREB% of 23.1%. In contrast, Stetson struggled to find their range, shooting just 34.0% from the field.
The game's largest lead came at 55-1, midway through the second half, when Oklahoma took a commanding 85-32 advantage. The Sooners' fast break points were also significant, with six quick baskets that further highlighted their team speed and agility.
While Stetson showed some resilience in the second half, it was ultimately too little, too late. As Oklahoma celebrated their statement win, they cemented their position as one of the top teams in the country.
Box Score
Oklahoma (HOME) Game Stats:
* Field Goals: 40/59 (68.0%)
* 2-Point FG: 28/35 (80.0%)
* 3-Point FG: 12/24 (50.0%)
* Free Throws: 15/22 (68.0%)
* Rebounds: 39
* Assists: 22
* Turnovers: 8
* Steals: 8
* Blocks: 3
Stetson (AWAY) Game Stats:
* Field Goals: 20/58 (34.0%)
* 2-Point FG: 15/30 (50.0%)
* 3-Point FG: 5/28 (18.0%)
* Free Throws: 9/12 (75.0%)
* Rebounds: 24
* Assists: 6
* Turnovers: 14
* Steals: 3
* Blocks: 2