Oklahoma Sooners Defeat Baylor Bears 82-69
Saturday, April 4, 2026, 1:30 PM ET · T-Mobile Arena
Oklahoma Sooners 82, Baylor Bears 69, 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 Oklahoma Sooners vs Baylor Bears?
Oklahoma Sooners beat Baylor Bears 82-69 at T-Mobile Arena on April 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Oklahoma Sooners vs Baylor Bears?
Baylor Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup at the T-Mobile Arena, the Oklahoma Sooners emerged victorious over the Baylor Bears with a final score of 82-69. This game showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with Oklahoma's recent form proving to be a significant factor in their success.
Oklahoma entered the game with a record of 21-15, having won seven of their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss against the Arkansas Razorbacks. Their average scoring during this stretch was 82.1 points per game, while allowing 75.6 points. In their last five games, Oklahoma maintained a strong performance, averaging 83.2 points scored and 73.6 points allowed, showing their offensive prowess.
On the other hand, the Baylor Bears had a record of 17-17 and struggled recently, winning only three of their last ten games. They were on a one-game losing streak leading into this matchup, with an average of 79.2 points scored and 81.9 points allowed during their last ten games. In their last five outings, Baylor's scoring average was slightly higher at 82.2 points, but they allowed 81.6 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.
The game was held at a neutral venue, the T-Mobile Arena, which added an interesting dynamic as neither team had a true home-court advantage. In terms of betting, DraftKings had priced the game with Baylor as a slight favorite at -1.5 on the spread, with a total set at 159.5 points. The money line favored Baylor at -122.0, while Oklahoma was listed at 102.0.
In terms of scoring plays, the second half saw Oklahoma extend their lead with free throws from Tounde Yessoufou and a dunk by Derrion Reid, which pushed the score to 82-67 before Baylor managed a tip-in layup from Cameron Carr to close the gap slightly. The game concluded with Baylor unable to mount a significant comeback, reflecting their struggles throughout the season.
Injuries were not mentioned in the block, but the performance of both teams highlighted the depth and execution of Oklahoma's roster, particularly in the second half. The conditions of the game were typical for a neutral-site tournament, with both teams needing to adapt quickly to the environment.
Overall, this fixture was marked by Oklahoma's ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and maintain defensive pressure, ultimately leading to their success against Baylor.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BAY -1.5 | 159.5 o -108 / u -112 | Oklahoma Sooners +102 · Baylor Bears -122 |
Leaders
- PointsTounde Yessoufou15Baylor Bears
- AssistsCameron Carr4Baylor Bears
- ReboundsCameron Carr12Baylor Bears
- PointsXzayvier Brown21Oklahoma Sooners
- AssistsXzayvier Brown6Oklahoma Sooners
- ReboundsXzayvier Brown6Oklahoma Sooners
Recent form
Baylor Bears
Last 10: 3-7Streak L179.2 scored · 81.9 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L79-83at Arizona State Sun DevilsMar 10
- W101-75vs Utah UtesMar 7
- L64-77at Houston CougarsMar 5
- W87-86at UCF KnightsMar 1
- L80-87vs Arizona WildcatsFeb 25
- W73-68vs Arizona State Sun DevilsFeb 21
- L74-90at Kansas State WildcatsFeb 18
- L71-82vs Louisville CardinalsFeb 14
- L94-99vs BYU CougarsFeb 11
- L69-72at Iowa State CyclonesFeb 7
Oklahoma Sooners
Last 10: 7-3Streak L182.1 scored · 75.6 allowed per game3-2 away
- L79-82at Arkansas RazorbacksMar 14
- W83-63at Texas A&M AggiesMar 13
- W86-74vs South Carolina GamecocksMar 12
- W88-85at Texas LonghornsMar 8
- W80-64vs Missouri TigersMar 4
- W83-67at LSU TigersFeb 28
- W91-79vs Auburn TigersFeb 25
- L71-75vs Texas A&M AggiesFeb 22
- L66-89at Tennessee VolunteersFeb 19
- W94-78vs Georgia BulldogsFeb 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Oklahoma Sooners | Baylor Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-60 | 24-62 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 8-22 | 6-30 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 20 |
| Free throws | 14-16 | 15-20 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 25 |
| Assists | 19 | 8 |
| Steals | 7 | 5 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 2 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 30 |
| Fouls | 16 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 15 | 1 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 89 | 7 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-37Isaac Williams IV makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-37Derrion Reid makes layup (Tae Davis assists)
- 2nd Half47-40Isaac Williams IV makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cameron Carr assists)
- 2nd Half48-40Derrion Reid makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-43Cameron Carr makes 27-foot three point jumper (Obi Agbim assists)
- 2nd Half48-45Isaac Williams IV makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half48-48Cameron Carr makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half51-48Nijel Pack makes 26-foot three point jumper (Derrion Reid assists)
- 2nd Half51-50Isaac Williams IV makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half51-52Tounde Yessoufou makes layup
- 2nd Half54-52Tae Davis makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jadon Jones assists)
- 2nd Half54-53Cameron Carr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-54Cameron Carr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-54Kuol Atak makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Xzayvier Brown assists)
- 2nd Half59-54Nijel Pack makes 28-foot three point jumper (Tae Davis assists)
- 2nd Half59-57Dan Skillings Jr. makes 22-foot three point jumper (Isaac Williams IV assists)
- 2nd Half60-57Tae Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-57Tae Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-59Dan Skillings Jr. makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half63-59Tae Davis makes layup (Derrion Reid assists)
- 2nd Half63-61Isaac Williams IV makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half65-61Nijel Pack makes 20-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half67-61Derrion Reid makes 1-foot dunk (Xzayvier Brown assists)
- 2nd Half69-61Kai Rogers makes layup (Tae Davis assists)
- 2nd Half72-61Xzayvier Brown makes 29-foot three point jumper (Derrion Reid assists)
- 2nd Half72-62Isaac Williams IV makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-63Isaac Williams IV makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-63Tae Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-63Tae Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-64Cameron Carr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-65Cameron Carr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-65Derrion Reid makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-65Derrion Reid makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-66Tounde Yessoufou makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-67Tounde Yessoufou makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-67Xzayvier Brown makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half79-67Tae Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-67Tae Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-67Derrion Reid makes 4-foot dunk (Nijel Pack assists)
- 2nd Half82-69Cameron Carr makes 0-foot tip in layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Baylor Bears, below favours Oklahoma Sooners.
Venue
- T-Mobile ArenaLas Vegas, NV
- Attendance2947
- OfficialsBret Smith, Clarence Armstrong, Kelly Pfeifer
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