No. 5 Oklahoma (14-2, 2-1 SEC) is preparing for a critical game against No. 6 Kentucky (15-2, 2-1 SEC) on Sunday in Lexington, Kentucky. This matchup at Historic Memorial Coliseum is important for both teams, looking to strengthen their standings in the season. The game is set to begin at 3 p.m. CT and will be broadcast on SEC Network.
Game Overview
The last outing for Oklahoma ended in disappointment, as the Sooners saw their impressive 13-game winning streak come to an end with a narrow 74-69 loss to No. 18 Ole Miss. The game featured a difficult first quarter for OU, trailing 25-13, but a strong second quarter allowed them to close the gap before halftime.
True freshman Aaliyah Chavez emerged as the standout player, scoring 26 points, including key contributions in the second half. This performance not only led the team but also broke the program record for the longest streak of consecutive games with a 3-pointer by a freshman, with at least one made in all 16 games thus far.
Key Game Details
- Date: Sunday, January 11
- Tip-off: 3:00 p.m. CT
- Location: Lexington, KY
- Venue: Historic Memorial Coliseum
- Broadcast: SEC Network and Sooner Sports Radio Network (107.7 FM)
Series History and Context
This contest marks the seventh meeting between Oklahoma and Kentucky, with the Wildcats leading the series with a record of 4-2. Under the guidance of head coach Jennie Baranczyk, Oklahoma holds a 1-1 record against Kentucky, with the last two matchups occurring during the previous season.
Performance Stats
Oklahoma has proven to be a formidable team this season. They rank second in the nation in scoring, averaging 92.9 points per game, and fifth in assists at 21.3 per game. The team’s starting five averages an impressive 71.4 points per game. Aaliyah Chavez currently leads the team with 19.3 points per game, while Raegan Beers follows closely with 17.2 points.
The Sooners also excel defensively, leading the nation in opponent field goal percentage at 30.8%. This strong defensive effort allows them to keep opponents significantly below their season scoring averages, marking them as one of the best defensive teams nationwide.
Upcoming Challenges
Following the game against Kentucky, Oklahoma will face No. 12 LSU at Lloyd Noble Center on January 18 at 2 p.m. CT. In a previous encounter last season, LSU narrowly defeated Oklahoma in a high-scoring affair.
As the Sooners look to rebound and secure a victory against Kentucky, both their offensive firepower and defensive capabilities will be on display. Fans can tune in through various platforms to catch all the action.
