Texas Longhorns Defeat Oklahoma Sooners 79-69
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Lloyd Noble Center
Texas Longhorns 79, Oklahoma Sooners 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Texas Longhorns vs Oklahoma Sooners?
Texas Longhorns beat Oklahoma Sooners 79-69 at Lloyd Noble Center on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Texas Longhorns vs Oklahoma Sooners?
Texas Longhorns were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup at Lloyd Noble Center, the Texas Longhorns secured a 79-69 victory over the Oklahoma Sooners. This win improves Texas's record to 14-9, while Oklahoma falls to 11-12. The game was notable as it continued Oklahoma's struggles, marking their eighth consecutive loss.
Oklahoma's recent form has been concerning, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games and a streak of seven straight losses. During this stretch, they averaged 81.7 points scored per game but allowed 78.3 points, indicating a struggle on the defensive end. Their last five games have been particularly difficult, as they have not managed to secure a win, averaging 80.4 points scored while conceding 87.0 points.
In contrast, Texas has had a mixed bag of results lately, going 5-5 in their last ten games, although they are coming off a loss to the Auburn Tigers. They have averaged 84.9 points scored and allowed 77.6 points in this period, showcasing a more robust offensive performance compared to their defensive struggles.
When examining their home and away records, Oklahoma has a home record of 3-3 in their last six games at Lloyd Noble Center, while Texas has struggled on the road with a 1-3 record in their last four away games. Historically, the two teams have split their last two meetings, with each winning one game. The last matchup prior to this game occurred on March 9, 2025, when Texas won 76-72, while Oklahoma had previously lost to Texas 73-77 at home on January 16, 2025.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details about player availability, which can often significantly impact game outcomes. However, the absence of key players can shift the dynamics of a game, especially in a tightly contested matchup.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated Texas as a slight favorite with a spread of 1.5 points, and the total points set at 155.5, reflecting expectations of a high-scoring game. The odds for the moneyline were +110 for Oklahoma and -130 for Texas, suggesting that Texas was expected to win, albeit narrowly.
The game conditions were typical for a college basketball matchup, with both teams looking to establish their rhythm early. Viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess, particularly from Texas, which was highlighted by key scoring plays in the second half. Notable moments included a 25-foot three-point jumper from Jordan Pope and an 8-foot floating jump shot by Dailyn Swain, which helped Texas extend their lead.
As the game progressed, Texas maintained control, capitalizing on free throw opportunities to solidify their lead, with several critical free throws in the closing minutes. The final score of 79-69 reflects the Longhorns' ability to execute under pressure, while Oklahoma's ongoing struggles continue to be a point of concern as they seek to turn their season around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TEX -1.5 | 155.5 o -110 / u -110 | Texas Longhorns -130 · Oklahoma Sooners +110 |
Leaders
- PointsNijel Pack23Oklahoma Sooners
- AssistsNijel Pack3Oklahoma Sooners
- ReboundsDerrion Reid5Oklahoma Sooners
- PointsDailyn Swain18Texas Longhorns
- AssistsDailyn Swain6Texas Longhorns
- ReboundsDailyn Swain10Texas Longhorns
Recent form
Oklahoma Sooners
Last 10: 3-7Streak L781.7 scored · 78.3 allowed per game3-3 at home
- L79-83vs Arkansas RazorbacksJan 28
- L87-88at Missouri TigersJan 24
- L76-85at South Carolina GamecocksJan 21
- L81-83vs Alabama Crimson TideJan 17
- L79-96vs Florida GatorsJan 14
- L76-83at Texas A&M AggiesJan 10
- L53-72at Mississippi State BulldogsJan 8
- W86-70vs Ole Miss RebelsJan 3
- W93-69vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsDec 30
- W107-54vs Stetson HattersDec 23
Texas Longhorns
Last 10: 5-5Streak L184.9 scored · 77.6 allowed per game1-3 away
- L82-88at Auburn TigersJan 29
- W87-67vs Georgia BulldogsJan 24
- L80-85at Kentucky WildcatsJan 22
- L70-74vs Texas A&M AggiesJan 17
- W80-64vs Vanderbilt CommodoresJan 15
- W92-88at Alabama Crimson TideJan 11
- L71-85at Tennessee VolunteersJan 7
- L98-101vs Mississippi State BulldogsJan 3
- W94-71vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksDec 23
- W95-53vs Le Moyne DolphinsDec 17
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Texas Longhorns | Oklahoma Sooners |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-50 | 25-61 |
| Field goal % | 60 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 9-28 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 32 |
| Free throws | 11-15 | 10-16 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 18 |
| Assists | 16 | 11 |
| Steals | 7 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 28 |
| Fouls | 11 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 16 | 76 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-37Camden Heide makes driving layup
- 2nd Half37-39Nijel Pack makes driving layup (Mohamed Wague assists)
- 2nd Half39-39Matas Vokietaitis makes layup
- 2nd Half39-40Derrion Reid makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-40Dailyn Swain makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-40Dailyn Swain makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-43Derrion Reid makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nijel Pack assists)
- 2nd Half41-45Derrion Reid makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-45Matas Vokietaitis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-45Matas Vokietaitis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-46Derrion Reid makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-47Derrion Reid makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-47Jordan Pope makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-50Dayton Forsythe makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kirill Elatontsev assists)
- 2nd Half47-52Kirill Elatontsev makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Jeff Nwankwo assists)
- 2nd Half50-52Simeon Wilcher makes 27-foot three point jumper (Matas Vokietaitis assists)
- 2nd Half50-54Nijel Pack makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half50-56Nijel Pack makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half52-56Dailyn Swain makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-56Dailyn Swain makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-58Derrion Reid makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half55-58Tramon Mark makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half55-61Xzayvier Brown makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half58-61Camden Heide makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dailyn Swain assists)
- 2nd Half60-61Simeon Wilcher makes layup
- 2nd Half62-61Dailyn Swain makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half62-63Xzayvier Brown makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half65-63Simeon Wilcher makes 22-foot three point jumper (Dailyn Swain assists)
- 2nd Half67-63Dailyn Swain makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-65Nijel Pack makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half70-65Jordan Pope makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tramon Mark assists)
- 2nd Half70-67Derrion Reid makes driving layup (Nijel Pack assists)
- 2nd Half73-67Jordan Pope makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chendall Weaver assists)
- 2nd Half75-67Dailyn Swain makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half75-68Tae Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-69Tae Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-69Dailyn Swain makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-69Dailyn Swain makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-69Jordan Pope makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-69Jordan Pope makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Oklahoma Sooners, below favours Texas Longhorns.
Venue
- Lloyd Noble CenterNorman, OK
- Attendance9198
- OfficialsBrian Dorsey, Olandis Poole, K.B. Burdett Jr.
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