Oklahoma dominates DePaul in Ball Dawgs Classic semifinal
- Payton Verhulst led Oklahoma with 18 points, nine assists, and seven rebounds during the game.
- Oklahoma maintained an undefeated record this season, winning all six games by at least 23 points.
- This win positions Oklahoma to face No. 13 Duke in the championship game.
In Henderson, Nevada, the University of Oklahoma's women's basketball team, ranked No. 8, achieved a convincing victory over DePaul University with a final score of 85-62 on November 25, 2024. This match was part of the Ball Dawgs Classic semifinals. The Sooners led throughout the game, showcasing their strong performance and maintaining an impressive winning streak this season. Payton Verhulst led Oklahoma with 18 points, nine assists, and seven rebounds, while Raegan Beers shot perfectly from the field, contributing 17 points. The success of the Sooners this season reflects their strategy and preparation, as they continued their unbeaten record, having won every match by significant margins. DePaul struggled, particularly with their shooting accuracy, and was unable to establish a rhythm despite individual contributions, including 15 points from Jorie Allen and Meg Newman. Oklahoma's performance set them up for a championship matchup against No. 13 Duke. Their success in Las Vegas demonstrated their readiness to compete at a high level as they aim for continued victories this season.