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Texas Longhorns to Face Oklahoma Sooners at Moody Center in Upcoming Women's Basketball Clash

As the Texas Longhorns prepare to host the Oklahoma Sooners at the Moody Center, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be a thrilling encounter. The Longhorns have been showing formidable form this season, and their upcoming game against the Sooners is an excellent opportunity to solidify their dominance on home turf.


Texas Longhorns VS Oklahoma Sooners

Looking back at recent performances, the Texas team has demonstrated a robust defense and an aggressive offense. In their last game on January 22 against Baylor Bears at Ferrell Center, they emerged victorious with a score of 68-55. Their defensive prowess was evident as they racked up 8 blocks and matched that number in steals. Offensively, they were just as impressive, scoring 30 points in the paint and adding another 15 from second-chance opportunities.


The Longhorns' ability to maintain possession was also notable; despite committing 19 turnovers against Baylor, they managed an assist-turnover ratio of nearly 0.79. This indicates that when they do hold onto the ball, they're making things happen – a trend that should continue into their next game.


On January 19 against Texas Tech Lady Raiders, although TEX lost by a narrow margin (64-68), there were positive takeaways from that performance too. They shot over half of their two-point attempts successfully and maintained an even assists-turnover ratio of 1.0.


Against Iowa State Cyclones on January 15 at Moody Center – which will also be hosting the upcoming match – TEX showcased offensive efficiency with a field goal percentage of exactly half during their win (68-53). Dominating points in paint with an impressive tally of 42 shows this team knows how to capitalize close to the basket.


The Sooners will certainly not make it easy for them though; OKLA brings its own set of skills to Austin. However, given TEX's recent home performance and overall statistics leaning favorably towards them – especially considering their higher average points scored per game compared to OKLA – it seems likely that Texas Longhorns could have an edge over Oklahoma Sooners come game day.


Fans are encouraged not only by past performances but also by potential future success as we approach this pivotal matchup scheduled for January 26th at precisely eight o'clock PM Central Time Zone (CT). The energy within Moody Center is expected to be electric as supporters rally behind TEX in hopes of witnessing another victory unfold before them.


For those unable to attend in person, you can still catch all the action live on LHN channel number six hundred seventy-seven where every dribble and basket will be broadcasted directly into your living room or preferred viewing area.

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