Missouri
Oklahoma
COLUMBIA, Mo. (02/28/2026) — The Oklahoma Sooners secured a hard-fought 84-78 road victory over the Missouri Tigers on Saturday, powered by a dominant rebounding performance and a decisive third-quarter surge. The Sooners controlled the boards, outrebounding the Tigers 54-35, which led to 19 second-chance points and proved critical in the final outcome.
How It Happened
The game was a tale of runs. Oklahoma jumped out to an early 25-16 lead after the first quarter, setting an aggressive tone from the start. However, Missouri refused to back down on their home court, chipping away at the deficit to trail just 40-34 at halftime.
The Tigers continued their push early in the third, cutting the Sooners' lead to just three points. That's when Oklahoma made its decisive move, erupting for a 14-0 run that silenced the Mizzou Arena crowd and built a comfortable cushion. Despite a valiant fourth-quarter effort from Missouri, who outscored the Sooners 28-18 in the final frame, the deficit was too large to overcome.
Turning Point
The undisputed turning point came midway through the third quarter. After a Chloe Sotell three-pointer brought Missouri to within three at 46-43, Oklahoma unleashed a staggering 14-0 burst over the next four minutes. The run was highlighted by sharp-shooting from beyond the arc, effectively putting the game out of reach and swinging all momentum to the visiting Sooners.
Star of the Game
While several players had standout performances, Oklahoma's Raegen Beers was a dominant force inside. She finished with a team-high 23 points and narrowly missed a double-double with nine rebounds. Her presence in the paint was a constant problem for the Tigers' defense. For Missouri, Shannon Dowell delivered a spectacular individual performance, scoring a season-high 33 points and recording a double-double with 10 rebounds in a losing effort.
What It Means
For the Oklahoma Sooners, the victory marks their sixth consecutive win and their 28th straight against an unranked opponent, solidifying their position as they head into the SEC Tournament. The win was a demonstration of their resilience on the road and their ability to dominate physically, evidenced by their significant rebounding advantage.
For the Missouri Tigers, the loss is their sixth in a row, a tough end to the regular season. Despite the defeat, Shannon Dowell's career performance provides a bright spot and a source of momentum as they prepare for the conference tournament. The Tigers showed flashes of strong play, particularly in the second and fourth quarters, but were ultimately undone by Oklahoma's size and the pivotal third-quarter scoring drought.