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Oklahoma Sooners Defeat Auburn Tigers 91-79

Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Lloyd Noble Center

Oklahoma Sooners 91, Auburn Tigers 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Auburn Tigers vs Oklahoma Sooners?

Oklahoma Sooners beat Auburn Tigers 91-79 at Lloyd Noble Center on February 24, 2026.

Who was favored in Auburn Tigers vs Oklahoma Sooners?

Auburn Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -166 (about 62% implied). The underdog won.

In a compelling matchup at the Lloyd Noble Center, the Oklahoma Sooners triumphed over the Auburn Tigers with a final score of 91-79. This victory marks a significant turnaround for the Sooners, who had been struggling with a recent record of 2-8 in their last ten games prior to this contest. The win also snapped a two-game losing streak for Oklahoma, which had seen them averaging 79.3 points while allowing 84.5 points per game during that stretch.

The Sooners entered this game with a home record of 14-14, while the Tigers had a slightly better away record of 15-13. Oklahoma's recent form had been concerning, especially with their last five games showing a record of 2-3, where they averaged 80.2 points scored and 85.4 points allowed. In contrast, Auburn's last ten games had them at a more balanced 5-5, with an average of 78.5 points scored and 79.2 points allowed. Despite their struggles, the Tigers had managed to win their most recent game against Kentucky, which provided them with a measure of momentum heading into this matchup.

In terms of head-to-head performance, this was a rematch from the previous season where the Sooners had lost to the Tigers 70-98. This loss likely added an extra layer of motivation for Oklahoma as they sought to even the score. The injury situation was not detailed in the block, but it is often a critical factor in such matchups, influencing team performance and strategy.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Oklahoma as a 3.5-point underdog with a moneyline of +140, while Auburn was favored at -166. The total for the game was set at 157.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair, which ultimately came to fruition with both teams combining for 170 points.

Conditions for the game appeared favorable, with the venue being the Sooners' home court, which often provides a significant advantage. Fans witnessed a dynamic offensive display, particularly from Oklahoma, who capitalized on their home crowd's energy. Key scoring plays in the second half included free throws by Keyshawn Hall and a layup from Tae Davis, which helped solidify Oklahoma's lead as the game progressed.

As the game reached its conclusion, Oklahoma's ability to maintain composure and execute under pressure was evident, ultimately leading to their decisive victory. The Sooners' performance in this game serves as a potential turning point in their season, showcasing their capability to compete effectively against a formidable opponent like Auburn.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsAUB -3.5 157.5 o -110 / u -110 Auburn Tigers -166 · Oklahoma Sooners +140

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Leaders

  • PointsNijel Pack22Oklahoma Sooners
  • AssistsXzayvier Brown4Oklahoma Sooners
  • ReboundsMohamed Wague9Oklahoma Sooners
  • PointsKevin Overton26Auburn Tigers
  • AssistsFilip Jovic3Auburn Tigers
  • ReboundsFilip Jovic8Auburn Tigers

Recent form

Oklahoma Sooners

Last 10: 2-8Streak L279.3 scored · 84.5 allowed per game1-4 at home

  • L71-75vs Texas A&M AggiesFeb 22
  • L66-89at Tennessee VolunteersFeb 19
  • W94-78vs Georgia BulldogsFeb 14
  • W92-91at Vanderbilt CommodoresFeb 7
  • L78-94at Kentucky WildcatsFeb 5
  • L69-79vs Texas LonghornsJan 31
  • L79-83vs Arkansas RazorbacksJan 28
  • L87-88at Missouri TigersJan 24
  • L76-85at South Carolina GamecocksJan 21
  • L81-83vs Alabama Crimson TideJan 17

Auburn Tigers

Last 10: 5-5Streak W178.5 scored · 79.2 allowed per game2-3 away

  • W75-74vs Kentucky WildcatsFeb 22
  • L85-91at Mississippi State BulldogsFeb 19
  • L75-88at Arkansas RazorbacksFeb 15
  • L76-84vs Vanderbilt CommodoresFeb 11
  • L92-96vs Alabama Crimson TideFeb 7
  • L69-77at Tennessee VolunteersFeb 1
  • W88-82vs Texas LonghornsJan 29
  • W76-67at Florida GatorsJan 24
  • W78-66at Ole Miss RebelsJan 21
  • W71-67vs South Carolina GamecocksJan 17

Standings

TeamOverallGames behindIn conference
Florida27-8-16-2
Arkansas28-9313-5
Alabama25-10313-5
Vanderbilt27-9511-7
Tennessee25-12511-7
Texas A&M22-12511-7
Georgia22-11610-8
Kentucky22-14610-8
Missouri20-13610-8
Texas21-1579-9
Auburn22-1697-11
Oklahoma21-1697-11
Mississippi State13-19115-13
Ole Miss15-20124-14
South Carolina13-19124-14
LSU15-17133-15

Box score

StatAuburn TigersOklahoma Sooners
Field goals25-5330-57
Field goal %4753
Three-pointers8-1913-19
Three-point %4268
Free throws21-2718-25
Free throw %7872
Rebounds3528
Offensive rebounds1411
Defensive rebounds2117
Assists1112
Steals610
Blocks76
Turnovers149
Team turnovers00
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers1216
Fast-break points28
Points in the paint3024
Fouls1721
Largest lead118
Lead changes22
Time in front197

How the scoring went

  1. 2nd Half49-60Derrion Reid makes 0-foot tip in layup
  2. 2nd Half49-61Derrion Reid makes free throw 1 of 2
  3. 2nd Half49-62Derrion Reid makes free throw 2 of 2
  4. 2nd Half52-62Kevin Overton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Keyshawn Hall assists)
  5. 2nd Half52-64Dayton Forsythe makes driving layup
  6. 2nd Half52-66Derrion Reid makes layup (Jadon Jones assists)
  7. 2nd Half54-66Sebastian Williams-Adams makes 1-foot dunk (Filip Jovic assists)
  8. 2nd Half55-66Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
  9. 2nd Half56-66Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
  10. 2nd Half56-69Nijel Pack makes 28-foot three point step back jumpshot (Jadon Jones assists)
  11. 2nd Half59-69Kevin Overton makes 26-foot three point jumper (Elyjah Freeman assists)
  12. 2nd Half59-70Kirill Elatontsev makes free throw 1 of 2
  13. 2nd Half59-73Nijel Pack makes 28-foot three point jumper (Xzayvier Brown assists)
  14. 2nd Half59-75Nijel Pack makes 9-foot floating jump shot
  15. 2nd Half61-75Keyshawn Hall makes 1-foot dunk (Tahaad Pettiford assists)
  16. 2nd Half61-76Mohamed Wague makes free throw 1 of 2
  17. 2nd Half61-77Mohamed Wague makes free throw 2 of 2
  18. 2nd Half61-78Mohamed Wague makes free throw 1 of 2
  19. 2nd Half61-79Mohamed Wague makes free throw 2 of 2
  20. 2nd Half63-79Keyshawn Hall makes 0-foot tip in layup
  21. 2nd Half64-79Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
  22. 2nd Half65-79Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
  23. 2nd Half67-79Keyshawn Hall makes driving layup
  24. 2nd Half67-81Nijel Pack makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
  25. 2nd Half68-81Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
  26. 2nd Half69-81Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
  27. 2nd Half71-81Kevin Overton makes 9-foot jumper
  28. 2nd Half71-82Dayton Forsythe makes free throw 1 of 2
  29. 2nd Half71-83Dayton Forsythe makes free throw 2 of 2
  30. 2nd Half71-85Derrion Reid makes 7-foot hook shot
  31. 2nd Half71-87Tae Davis makes driving layup
  32. 2nd Half73-87Keyshawn Hall makes layup
  33. 2nd Half74-87Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
  34. 2nd Half75-87Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
  35. 2nd Half75-89Tae Davis makes layup
  36. 2nd Half76-89Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
  37. 2nd Half77-89Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
  38. 2nd Half77-90Dayton Forsythe makes free throw 1 of 2
  39. 2nd Half77-91Dayton Forsythe makes free throw 2 of 2
  40. 2nd Half79-91Keyshawn Hall makes 1-foot dunk

Win probability

Above the line favours Oklahoma Sooners, below favours Auburn Tigers.

Venue

  • Lloyd Noble CenterNorman, OK
  • Attendance5922
  • OfficialsByron Jarrett, Joe Lindsay, Wil Howard

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