Bedlam Basketball Set for December 13, 2025 in Oklahoma City

The Oklahoma Sooners and Oklahoma State Cowboys will renew their Bedlam basketball rivalry on December 13 at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City for the 2025-26 season, marking the second consecutive year the game will be played at this neutral site. Last season, the Sooners defeated the Cowboys 80-65 in the first Bedlam meeting since Oklahoma's move to the SEC, with both teams now belonging to different conferences. Both programs have significantly retooled their rosters through the transfer portal, with Oklahoma's new class ranked among the top 10 nationally and Oklahoma State's in the top 40, raising expectations for improvement and potential NCAA Tournament bids. The Sooners lead the all-time series and have won the last three meetings, though this year's matchup will feature mostly new players for both teams. Coaches Porter Moser (OU) and Steve Lutz (OSU) will return, with Lutz seeking his first Bedlam victory. Keeping the rivalry alive post-conference realignment has been a priority for both schools, reflecting the game's continued significance for fans and the state.