Oklahoma tops Auburn 91-79 at Lloyd Noble Center as Pack and Wague power efficient offense

Efficient shooting lifts Sooners in late-season conference matchup

Oklahoma defeated Auburn 91-79 on Tuesday night, Feb. 24, 2026, at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, using a sharp perimeter attack and a productive night at the free-throw line to build and protect a lead that reached double digits for most of the second half.

The result moved Oklahoma to 14-14 overall and 4-11 in SEC play. Auburn fell to 15-13 overall and 6-9 in the conference. Oklahoma had entered the game on a two-game skid after losses to Tennessee and Texas A&M.

Game flow: Oklahoma’s first-half burst created separation

Auburn briefly pulled within two points midway through the first half, cutting the margin to 33-31 with 7:55 remaining before halftime. Oklahoma answered with an 11-3 run over the next several minutes to establish its first double-digit cushion, and the Sooners carried a 51-42 lead into the break.

Oklahoma scored 40 points in the second half and maintained control by continuing to generate clean looks from beyond the arc while limiting extended Auburn runs. Auburn scored 37 after halftime but could not consistently shrink the deficit into a one-possession game.

Key performers: Pack’s perimeter scoring, Wague’s all-around stat line

Guard Nijel Pack led Oklahoma with 22 points, anchoring a balanced offensive night that featured multiple double-figure scorers. Center Mohamed Wague added 18 points and played a major role on both ends, producing a near double-double while impacting the game defensively.

• Nijel Pack: 22 points; six made 3-pointers.
• Mohamed Wague: 18 points, 9 rebounds; 10-of-12 on free throws; 4 blocks and 4 steals.
• Derrion Reid: 16 points.
• Xzayvier Brown: 14 points.

For Auburn, Keyshawn Hall scored 26 points and converted all 11 of his free throws. Kevin Overton also scored 26 and hit five 3-pointers, helping Auburn stay within range despite Oklahoma’s early surge.

Shooting profile: Oklahoma’s 3-point efficiency swung the math

Oklahoma’s decisive advantage came from long range. The Sooners posted an exceptionally high 3-point percentage, turning a steady stream of made shots from deep into a separation tool whenever Auburn threatened to close the gap.

Oklahoma’s perimeter accuracy and steady scoring from multiple options allowed it to sustain a double-digit lead through most of the second half.

What’s next

Auburn is scheduled to host Ole Miss on Saturday. Oklahoma will travel to LSU on Saturday as it continues its conference schedule.