Clash at Lloyd Noble Center: Oklahoma Sooners Face Sam Houston State Bearkats

As the Oklahoma Sooners prepare to host the Sam Houston State Bearkats at the Lloyd Noble Center, fans are gearing up for what promises to be an engaging matchup. The Sooners, coming off a previous season where they played 35 games with a solid field goal percentage of 48 and an impressive free throw percentage of 75, are looking to capitalize on their home-court advantage.

The team's true shooting percentage last season was a commendable 58 percent, indicating efficient scoring from all areas of the court. Their three-point shooting was steady at 35 percent, while their two-point field goal percentage was even more robust at 57 percent. These statistics suggest that the Sooners have a versatile offense capable of scoring both inside the paint and from beyond the arc.

Defensively, Oklahoma showed tenacity with an average of over seven steals per game. However, ball security will be crucial as they averaged nearly 15 turnovers per game last season. With an average of almost 30 rebounds and close to two blocks per contest, controlling the boards could be another key factor in their performance against Sam Houston State.

The Lloyd Noble Center has been known for its vibrant atmosphere which can certainly play into Oklahoma's hands. The energy from home fans often acts as a sixth man for the team and could provide that extra push needed in tight situations.

As we look ahead to this encounter, it is clear that maintaining their offensive efficiency while tightening up ball handling will be vital for Oklahoma if they want to start this season on a high note.

Fans eager to support their team can catch all the action live on ESPN+ when these two teams face off on November 8th at 1:00 AM UTC in Norman's very own Lloyd Noble Center.