Oklahoma Sooners Dominate at Schollmaier Arena Against TCU Horned Frogs
The Oklahoma Sooners, ranked 15th, displayed a commanding performance against the TCU Horned Frogs at Schollmaier Arena. The Sooners' season record improved to an impressive 93-66, while the Horned Frogs faced another setback in their campaign.
From the onset, the Oklahoma team set a high tempo with a remarkable 34 points in the first quarter alone and maintained their lead throughout the game. The offensive effort was bolstered by shooting an efficient 53 percent from the field and an outstanding 50 percent from beyond the arc. The team's free throw accuracy was also notable at approximately 82 percent.
The Sooners' defense complemented their offense by limiting TCU to just a 35 percent field goal percentage and a mere 20 percent from three-point range. Additionally, Oklahoma outrebounded TCU with a total of 52 rebounds compared to TCU's 28. This included securing both defensive (34) and offensive (12) boards effectively.
Player contributions were significant for Oklahoma as they tallied up to an impressive total of eight steals and two blocks on defense while distributing the ball effectively with twenty-nine assists. Their fast-break points totaled fifteen, matching their second-chance points which also contributed significantly to their scoring tally.
On the other hand, despite trailing behind in most aspects of this matchup, TCU managed fourteen steals and three blocks defensively but struggled offensively throughout most of the game. They did manage to convert sixteen points off turnovers but fell short in capitalizing on these opportunities as efficiently as their opponents did.
As fans look forward to more action-packed games, they can mark their calendars for when Oklahoma will host its next game against rival Oklahoma State Cowgirls at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman on January 22nd. This encounter promises excitement for fans who can catch it live on ESPN+ network broadcasts.