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Oklahoma rallies in third quarter to top North Carolina in season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 10:09 PM

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Oklahoma rallies in third quarter to top North Carolina in season opener

Summary

No. 21 Oklahoma secured a 91-79 victory over No. 12 North Carolina in Paris on November 2, 2026. Oklahoma surged in the third quarter, led by Sahara Williams, who scored 13 of her 22 points during that period. The Sooners overcame a one-point halftime lead, shooting 50% while North Carolina struggled at 30% in the third. Freshman LeeLee Bell had a standout debut for Oklahoma, scoring a game-high 25 points. Next, Oklahoma will face Morgan State at home, while North Carolina prepares to play No. 1 South Carolina.

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By the Numbers

•Oklahoma outscored North Carolina 30-17 in the third quarter.
•Sahara Williams contributed 22 points for Oklahoma.
•LeeLee Bell scored 25 points in her collegiate debut.
•North Carolina's Kate Harpring led her team with 21 points.
•Oklahoma plays Morgan State next, North Carolina faces South Carolina.

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10:09 PMYahoo Sports — No. 21 Oklahoma rides third-quarter surge to victory over No. 12 North Carolina in Paris

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PARIS (AP) — Sahara Williams scored 13 of her 22 points in the third quarter to help No. 12 North Carolina and take a 91-79 season-opening victory in Paris on Monday.
— Yahoo Sports

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