Oklahoma Routs Morgan State 95-38 in Opener
Oklahoma opened its home season with a lopsided win over Morgan State behind a strong performance from LeeLee Bell.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Basketball
Oklahoma defeated Morgan State 95-38 in its home opener on Sunday, November 8, 2026, in Norman, Okla. The Sooners led 28-11 after the first quarter and 42-21 at halftime.
Why it matters
The margin extended Oklahoma's streak of 33 straight wins against unranked opponents and showed balanced scoring and rebounding across the roster. The result gives the Sooners early momentum heading into their next games.
The final box score shows a 95-38 result built on a 58-23 rebounding edge and 31 points off 24 Morgan State turnovers. Oklahoma's margin is not yet compared against a season-long baseline, and its opponent's broader season performance is not detailed.
The players
LeeLee Bell
LeeLee Bell is an Oklahoma women's basketball player who scored 20 points and grabbed 12 rebounds in the Sooners' home opener.
Sa'Myah Smith
Sa'Myah Smith is an Oklahoma women's basketball player who came off the bench to score 18 points and record two blocks in the win.
The details
LeeLee Bell scored 20 points and grabbed 12 rebounds for her first double-double, while Sa'Myah Smith added 18 points, nine rebounds and two blocks off the bench. Oklahoma opened with a 16-0 run and extended the lead with a 12-0 run in the third quarter before closing on a 22-4 run.
Timeline
Sunday, November 8, 2026: Oklahoma defeats Morgan State 95-38 in its home opener.
Friday: Morgan State plays at UMBC.
Tuesday: Oklahoma hosts San Jose State.
Season Trajectory
The 95-38 win extends Oklahoma's streak of 33 straight victories over unranked opponents, a run that has kept the program near the top of its conference's early-season competitive picture. The margin also sets a tone for a home stretch that includes a Tuesday matchup against San Jose State.
Oklahoma's 57-point margin and 58-23 rebounding edge give the Sooners a clear early read on depth, with Sina Hollerl's 13 bench points and Isimenme Ozzy-Momodu's 11 rebounds adding to the rotation picture. Fans tracking the roster can watch whether these bench contributions continue in Tuesday's home game against San Jose State.
The takeaway
Balanced scoring and relentless rebounding were the difference in Oklahoma's opener, and the Sooners' depth will be tested as the home schedule continues.
What happens next
Oklahoma hosts San Jose State on Tuesday, and Morgan State plays at UMBC on Friday.
Further reading
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