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Can Oklahoma Sooners Tame the Missouri Tigers in Their Own Den?

As the Oklahoma Sooners prepare to face off against the Missouri Tigers at Mizzou Arena, fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an electrifying encounter. With both teams showing distinct styles of play in their recent games, this matchup is set to be a highlight of the season.


Feb 4, 2023; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; Oklahoma Sooners guard Bijan Cortes (14) dribbles the ball up the floor against the West Virginia Mountaineers during the first half at WVU Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-USA TODAY Sports

Recent Performance Trends


The Oklahoma Sooners have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent outings. In their last game against the Volunteers, despite a valiant effort, they fell short with 52 points to Tennessee's 70. The statistics reveal some areas of concern for the Sooners; notably, their field goal percentage stood at just 32 percent and they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 26 percent of their three-point attempts. However, one silver lining was their free throw accuracy which was flawless at 100 percent.


Conversely, in a previous game against Vanderbilt's Commodores, the Sooners demonstrated what they are capable of when firing on all cylinders. They notched an impressive victory with 97 points to Vanderbilt's 67. Their shooting was significantly better in this encounter; field goal percentage soared to 63 percent and three-point shooting was also strong at 55 percent.


Key Factors for Success


For Oklahoma Sooners to emerge victorious against Missouri Tigers at Mizzou Arena, replicating the high-efficiency offense displayed against Vanderbilt will be crucial. The ability to convert opportunities into points while maintaining defensive solidity will determine their success on game day.


Moreover, bench contributions could play a pivotal role in this matchup. In their win over Vanderbilt, bench players contributed an impressive 34 points. This depth could prove invaluable against a Missouri team known for its resilience and home-court advantage.


The upcoming game is scheduled for February 12th at Mizzou Arena in Columbia MO and will be broadcasted on SEC Network starting from 9:00 PM ET.


Fans can expect an intense battle as both teams vie for supremacy on court. Will Oklahoma manage to harness its offensive prowess and secure another memorable win? Only time will tell.


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