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UMKC hosts Oral Roberts after Harper's 47-point game
Oral Roberts faces the UMKC Roos after Ty Harper's standout performance against Denver Pioneers.
Published on Mar. 3, 2026
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Oral Roberts University's men's basketball team will face the University of Missouri-Kansas City Roos after Ty Harper scored 47 points in the Golden Eagles' 102-80 victory over the Denver Pioneers in their previous game.
Why it matters
Harper's 47-point outing was one of the highest individual scoring performances in Oral Roberts' history, showcasing his offensive prowess and leading his team to a decisive win. This matchup between Oral Roberts and UMKC is an important conference game as both teams vie for positioning in the standings.
The details
Ty Harper, a junior guard for Oral Roberts, erupted for 47 points on 15-of-22 shooting, including 7-of-12 from 3-point range, in the Golden Eagles' victory over Denver. This was the second-highest single-game scoring total in Oral Roberts' program history.
- Oral Roberts faces UMKC on March 1, 2026.
- Ty Harper scored 47 points against Denver on February 27, 2026.
The players
Ty Harper
A junior guard for the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles men's basketball team.
UMKC Roos
The men's basketball team of the University of Missouri-Kansas City.
Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
The men's basketball team of Oral Roberts University.
What they’re saying
“Ty Harper was in the zone tonight. His performance was truly special and a big reason why we were able to get the win.”
— Paul Mills, Head Coach, Oral Roberts Golden Eagles (Oral Roberts University Athletics)
What’s next
The winner of the Oral Roberts-UMKC matchup will take an important step towards securing a higher seed in the upcoming conference tournament.
The takeaway
Ty Harper's 47-point outburst showcases his offensive talent and ability to take over a game, which will be crucial for Oral Roberts as they look to make a deep run in the conference and potentially the NCAA Tournament.
