It was a heartbreaker for the Sooners on Saturday as they fell to Missouri 88-87 in overtime, despite leading for much of the game. Mark Mitchell was the hero for the Tigers, sinking a game-winning 3-pointer over two defenders as the clock hit zero.

Mitchell had a standout performance, scoring 25 points and grabbing 10 rebounds for his fifth career double-double. He also reached a major milestone, surpassing 1,500 career points during the second half. The Tigers improved to 14-6 overall and 4-3 in SEC play.

How It Unfolded

Oklahoma led 37-36 at halftime and maintained a slim lead deep into the second half. The game turned into a back-and-forth battle in the final minutes. With just five seconds left in regulation, the Sooners were up 81-78. That’s when Missouri’s Trent Pierce hit a stunning 37-foot pull-up 3-pointer to tie the game at 81 and force overtime. T.O. Barrett set up the shot with a clutch assist.

In overtime, the Sooners led 85-83 with less than a minute remaining. Barrett tied it up again with a driving layup with 24 seconds left. Oklahoma briefly regained the lead on a short jumper from Xzayvier Brown with just four seconds to go. But Mitchell answered with his unforgettable game-winning shot from the top of the arc as time expired.

Standout Performances

Barrett, making his first career start for Missouri, scored a career-high 21 points, along with six rebounds and three steals. Jayden Stone added 20 points and seven rebounds, while Shawn Phillips Jr. contributed nine rebounds and three blocks. The Tigers dominated the boards, finishing with a 41-29 rebounding advantage.

For Oklahoma, Nijel Pack led the way with 25 points, including five 3-pointers, and added five assists. Brown chipped in 19 points and six assists, while Derrion Reid contributed 12 points and five rebounds.

What’s Next for Oklahoma

The loss marked the sixth straight for the Sooners, who started the season 11-3. While the team showed flashes of brilliance, including Brown’s late jumper and Pack’s sharp shooting, they’ll need to regroup quickly to turn things around in conference play.

For fans, it’s a tough pill to swallow, but there’s still time for the Sooners to bounce back. As always, folks will be watching closely to see how they respond in their next outing.