Oklahoma Sooners Defeat Kansas City Roos 89-67
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Lloyd Noble Center
Oklahoma Sooners 89, Kansas City Roos 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Kansas City Roos vs Oklahoma Sooners?
Oklahoma Sooners beat Kansas City Roos 89-67 at Lloyd Noble Center on December 16, 2025.
Who was favored in Kansas City Roos vs Oklahoma Sooners?
Oklahoma Sooners were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -100000 (about 100% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the Lloyd Noble Center, the Oklahoma Sooners triumphed over the Kansas City Roos with a final score of 89-67. This victory marks an important moment for the Sooners, who have now improved their record to 8-3 for the season, while the Roos fall to 2-10. The game showcased Oklahoma's strong offensive capabilities, as they averaged 84.7 points in their last ten games, significantly outpacing Kansas City's average of 68.4 points.
Oklahoma came into the game riding a wave of momentum, having won their last game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys 85-76 just four days prior. Their recent form has seen them go 7-3 in the last ten games, with a current winning streak of one. The Sooners have been particularly effective at home, boasting a perfect 4-0 record in their own arena, where they have averaged 77.6 points while allowing 71.4 points in their last five games.
Conversely, the Kansas City Roos have struggled significantly this season, with a dismal record of 1-9 in their last ten games. Their only recent win came against the Spurgeon Knights, where they won 102-75. However, this victory does not overshadow their overall performance, as they have averaged just 68.4 points while allowing 81.7 points per game during this stretch. On the road, the Roos have yet to secure a victory, holding an 0-6 record away from home.
The matchup also highlighted the disparity in the teams' scoring abilities. Oklahoma's offense has been potent, scoring 89 points in this game, while Kansas City struggled to keep pace. The Sooners' ability to score effectively was evident as they executed several key plays in the second half, including a 25-foot three-point jumper by Karmello Branch and a series of successful free throws by Mohamed Wague and Derrion Reid.
In terms of previous meetings, there were no specific details provided in the block, but the context of this game suggests that Oklahoma was favored to win. The betting lines from DraftKings indicated a significant spread of -30.5 in favor of the Sooners, reflecting their stronger record and home advantage.
Injuries were not mentioned in the block, so it can be assumed that both teams fielded their available rosters. The conditions within the Lloyd Noble Center were conducive to a strong performance from the Sooners, who capitalized on their home court advantage.
As the game progressed, Oklahoma's dominance became increasingly apparent, leading to a comfortable victory. The Sooners' scoring prowess and defensive efforts were key factors in their success, and they demonstrated their ability to control the game against a struggling Kansas City team. This match serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by the Roos this season, while also highlighting the potential of the Sooners as they look to build on this victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | OU -30.5 | 153.5 o -112 / u -108 | Kansas City Roos +5000 · Oklahoma Sooners -100000 |
Leaders
- PointsXzayvier Brown21Oklahoma Sooners
- AssistsDerrion Reid4Oklahoma Sooners
- ReboundsMohamed Wague7Oklahoma Sooners
- PointsKarmello Branch23Kansas City Roos
- AssistsCJ Evans8Kansas City Roos
- ReboundsJerome Palm10Kansas City Roos
Recent form
Oklahoma Sooners
Last 10: 7-3Streak W184.7 scored · 75.1 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W85-76at Oklahoma State CowboysDec 13
- L70-86at Arizona State Sun DevilsDec 7
- W86-68at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsDec 3
- W75-74at Marquette Golden EaglesNov 28
- W72-53vs Alcorn State BravesNov 23
- W95-71vs Oral Roberts Golden EaglesNov 21
- L99-105at Nebraska CornhuskersNov 16
- W95-69vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsNov 12
- L68-83at Gonzaga BulldogsNov 9
- W102-66vs Saint Francis Red WolvesNov 4
Kansas City Roos
Last 10: 1-9Streak W168.4 scored · 81.7 allowed per game0-6 away
- W102-75vs Spurgeon KnightsDec 14
- L60-64vs Weber State WildcatsDec 11
- L66-90at Eastern Washington EaglesDec 6
- L59-68vs Idaho State BengalsDec 4
- L61-82at Weber State WildcatsNov 29
- L67-80at Lindenwood LionsNov 25
- L45-81at TCU Horned FrogsNov 20
- L55-71at Texas LonghornsNov 15
- L91-105vs Iona GaelsNov 11
- L78-101at Southern Illinois SalukisNov 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota State | 27-8 | - | 14-2 |
| St. Thomas | 24-10 | 2 | 12-4 |
| North Dakota | 18-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| South Dakota | 16-16 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Omaha | 16-17 | 6 | 8-8 |
| Denver | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| South Dakota State | 14-18 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Oral Roberts | 10-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
| Kansas City | 4-27 | 13 | 1-15 |
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Kansas City Roos | Oklahoma Sooners |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-52 | 35-70 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 9-20 | 8-29 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 28 |
| Free throws | 16-22 | 11-19 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 58 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 26 |
| Assists | 14 | 21 |
| Steals | 3 | 9 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 16 | 48 |
| Fouls | 19 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 31 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 4 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half32-58CJ Evans makes layup (Karmello Branch assists)
- 2nd Half32-60Mohamed Wague makes 0-foot dunk
- 2nd Half35-60Karmello Branch makes 23-foot three point jumper (Addarin Scott assists)
- 2nd Half35-61Derrion Reid makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-63Derrion Reid makes layup
- 2nd Half37-63Karmello Branch makes 14-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half37-65Jadon Jones makes layup (Derrion Reid assists)
- 2nd Half40-65Karmello Branch makes 23-foot three point jumper (CJ Evans assists)
- 2nd Half41-65Kasheem Grady II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-65Kasheem Grady II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-65Jerome Palm makes layup
- 2nd Half46-65Jerome Palm makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half46-67Mohamed Wague makes 0-foot alley oop dunk (Jadon Jones assists)
- 2nd Half46-70Xzayvier Brown makes 23-foot three point jumper (Derrion Reid assists)
- 2nd Half46-72Xzayvier Brown makes layup
- 2nd Half47-72Jerome Palm makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-72Karmello Branch makes 25-foot three point jumper (CJ Evans assists)
- 2nd Half50-74Nijel Pack makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half50-76Tae Davis makes layup
- 2nd Half51-76Chris Dockery makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-76Chris Dockery makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-76Chris Dockery makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-78Tae Davis makes layup (Mohamed Wague assists)
- 2nd Half54-78Jayson Petty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-78Jayson Petty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-80Xzayvier Brown makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-80Chris Dockery makes layup (CJ Evans assists)
- 2nd Half58-80Chris Dockery makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half58-82Derrion Reid makes layup (Mohamed Wague assists)
- 2nd Half59-82Karmello Branch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-82Karmello Branch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-82Addarin Scott makes layup
- 2nd Half65-82Karmello Branch makes 25-foot three point jumper (CJ Evans assists)
- 2nd Half65-83Mohamed Wague makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-85Mohamed Wague makes layup (Xzayvier Brown assists)
- 2nd Half65-87Kai Rogers makes layup (Derrion Reid assists)
- 2nd Half65-88Derrion Reid makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-89Derrion Reid makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-89Kasheem Grady II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-89Kasheem Grady II makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Oklahoma Sooners, below favours Kansas City Roos.
Venue
- Lloyd Noble CenterNorman, OK
- Attendance4410
- OfficialsKeith Kimble, Bart Lenox, K.B. Burdett Jr.
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