Nijel Pack and Xavier Brown combine for 44 points as Oklahoma outlasts Texas in a dramatic SEC rivalry showdown at Moody Center, securing momentum heading into the SEC Tournament.
AUSTIN, Texas | In a rivalry showdown worthy of postseason intensity, Oklahoma defeated Texas 88–85 in overtime Saturday night at a sold-out Moody Center, capping the regular season with a thrilling road victory that showcased resilience, clutch shooting, and defensive grit.
The Sooners (17–14, 7–11 SEC) extended their late-season surge, winning four straight games and six of their last eight, while also reinforcing a growing trend in the new SEC rivalry — the road team has now won all four matchups since Oklahoma and Texas joined the conference in 2024.
Pack and Brown Power the Sooners
Oklahoma’s backcourt duo of Nijel Pack and Xavier Brown delivered when it mattered most.
Pack led the Sooners with 23 points, knocking down three three-pointers and sealing the game with two clutch free throws in the final seconds of overtime.
Brown added 21 points, along with a team-high four assists and a game-high four steals, providing leadership and defensive intensity throughout the contest.
Together, the pair accounted for 44 points and 15 made field goals, marking their eighth 20-point performances in SEC play this season.

