Aggies aim to prove their growth against No. 10 Oklahoma, relying on Ny’Ceara Pryor's offensive spark for a crucial SEC road test.
Texas A&M women’s basketball faces another measuring-stick moment Thursday night as the Aggies head to Norman to take on No. 10 Oklahoma inside the Lloyd Noble Center.
Tipoff is set for 6 p.m. CT, and it’s an opportunity for A&M to test its growth against one of the SEC’s top teams.
The Aggies enter the matchup still searching for traction in conference play, but recent performances suggest the group is trending in the right direction.
Much of that momentum starts with Ny’Ceara Pryor, who continues to serve as the engine of the offense. Pryor leads the team in both scoring and assists and is coming off one of her most complete games of the season after torching Missouri with a 22-point, seven-assist effort.
When Pryor is aggressive, Texas A&M’s offense takes on a different look ... faster, more confident, and more balanced. That balance was evident in the team’s comeback attempt against Missouri, where Janae Kent and Jordan Webster provided key contributions.
Kent’s ability to attack the glass and score in traffic has given the Aggies a reliable secondary option, while Webster’s late-game shooting opened the floor when the Tigers tried to pack the paint.
Those pieces will be crucial against an Oklahoma team that thrives on physical defense and efficient scoring.
The Sooners come into Thursday riding a road win at Auburn and have been one of the more consistent teams in the league through the first half of SEC play. Their ability to control tempo at home makes Lloyd Noble Center a difficult place to steal a win.
For Texas A&M, the path to staying competitive starts with decision-making and shot selection.
Limiting turnovers, converting in transition, and getting timely perimeter shooting will be essential against a top-10 opponent that capitalizes quickly on mistakes.
Defensively, the Aggies will need to stay disciplined and rebound collectively to avoid giving Oklahoma extra possessions.
This will be the second meeting between the two programs this season, adding an extra layer of familiarity.
While Oklahoma enters as the favorite, A&M’s recent flashes of offensive rhythm suggest the Aggies aren’t just showing up, but looking to challenge.
Fans can catch the game live on SECN+.
For a young Aggies squad still finding its footing in SEC play, Thursday night offers more than just another game. It’s a chance to prove progress ... and maybe turn belief into results.