Texas Basketball Dominates Red River Showdown, Defeats Oklahoma 79-69
The rivalry heated up on the hardwood as the Texas Longhorns defeated the Oklahoma Sooners 79-69 in front of a raucous crowd at the Moody Center.
While the game took place on January 31, the ripple effects are still being felt as both teams jostle for seeding in the SEC Tournament.
Game Recap
Texas controlled the tempo from the opening tip, building a 12-point halftime lead that they would never relinquish.
- Key Performer: Texas guard Tre Johnson continued his stellar sophomore campaign, dropping 24 points on efficient shooting.
- Defensive Stand: The Longhorns limited Oklahoma’s perimeter shooting, holding the Sooners to just 28% from three-point range.
Season Implications
The win keeps Texas firmly in the hunt for a double-bye in the SEC Tournament, while Oklahoma finds itself on the bubble for the NCAA Tournament, needing a strong finish to February to feel secure on Selection Sunday.
The two teams are scheduled to meet again in Norman for the regular-season finale on March 7, a game that could have massive seed implications.
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