Oklahoma Women’s Basketball Triumphs Over Georgia
In a thrilling matchup on Thursday night, the No. 11 ranked Oklahoma women’s basketball team edged past No. 24 Georgia with a final score of 71-67, fueled by an impressive performance from Aaliyah Chavez. The Sooners improved their record to 20-6 overall and 8-5 in the Southeastern Conference, thanks in large part to Chavez’s 27 points, five assists, and four rebounds. Remarkably, she shot 9 for 17 from the field and converted all eight of her free throw attempts.
Game Highlights
Oklahoma started strong, scoring nine consecutive points right out of the gate, which helped establish a double-digit lead within the first five minutes. By halftime, the Sooners were leading 37-27, with Chavez contributing 13 points during the first half alone.
As the second half unfolded, Georgia attempted a comeback, narrowing the gap to just two points late in the game. However, Oklahoma consistently responded to maintain their lead. Raegan Beers solidified the victory for the Sooners by hitting two crucial free throws with just 23 seconds remaining, effectively sealing the game.
Standout Performers
For Georgia, Mia Woolfolk was the standout player, registering 29 points and grabbing nine rebounds. She was supported by Dani Carnegie and Trinity Turner, who added 14 and 10 points respectively, both contributing six rebounds.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, Oklahoma is set to face No. 21 Tennessee in their next home game this Sunday, while Georgia will travel to Auburn for their upcoming matchup on Monday.
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