B.J. Edwards delivered a standout performance off the bench, scoring 18 points to propel Oklahoma past Mississippi Valley State 84-57 on Friday night. The win marks the Sooners’ first victory of the season, snapping a difficult start that included a surprising upset loss to East Texas A&M earlier in the week. Derrion Reid complemented Edwards’ effort with 17 points, while Xzayvier Brown orchestrated the offense with seven assists and Pop Isaacs contributed six, showcasing a balanced attack that overwhelmed the Delta Devils.
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The game was played at McCasland Field House, a venue with deep historical significance as the home of the Sooners from 1928 to 1975. This marks the fourth consecutive season Oklahoma has returned to the site, with the team scoring the first points of the contest on a Duke Brennan layup. Oklahoma quickly established control, building a lead as large as 33 points to cruise through the contest. The Sooners’ depth and execution were evident as they maintained a comfortable advantage throughout the game, securing a decisive 84-57 final score.
For Mississippi Valley State, the loss extends their season record to 0-1 under first-year head coach Mike Davis. Tymias Williams led the Delta Devils with 19 points, while Matt Anglo added 10, but the team relied on only eight players to see court time. The game highlights the challenging nature of MVSU’s schedule, as they play all 14 non-conference games on the road. Their upcoming slate includes five teams from the 2026 NCAA Tournament and four currently ranked in the AP poll, including No. 4 UConn, No. 12 Arkansas, No. 16 Michigan, and No. 19 Texas Tech.
Source: Yahoo Sports
