No. 10 Oklahoma rallies past Florida 81-74

Zya Vann's 18 points lead Sooners' comeback win

Feb. 13, 2026 at 2:39am

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The 10th-ranked Oklahoma Sooners overcame a deficit to defeat the Florida Gators 81-74 in a college basketball matchup on Thursday night. Zya Vann led the Sooners with 18 points, while Peyton Verhulst added 16 points and 9 rebounds.

Why it matters

This win keeps Oklahoma in the hunt for a high NCAA Tournament seed, as they continue their strong season. For Florida, the loss is a setback in their efforts to build momentum and secure a spot in the Big Dance.

The details

Oklahoma trailed for much of the game, but rallied in the second half to take the lead and hold on for the victory. Vann and Verhulst were the key contributors, with the Sooners also getting solid production from their supporting cast.

  • The game was played on Thursday, February 13, 2026.

The players

Zya Vann

A standout player for the Oklahoma Sooners, scoring 18 points to lead her team to victory.

Peyton Verhulst

Contributed 16 points and 9 rebounds for the Sooners in the win over Florida.

Oklahoma Sooners

The 10th-ranked college basketball team that rallied to defeat the Florida Gators.

Florida Gators

The opposing team that lost to Oklahoma despite holding a lead for much of the game.

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The takeaway

Oklahoma's comeback win showcases their resilience and ability to win close games, an important trait for a team with championship aspirations. Florida will need to regroup and find a way to close out games if they hope to make the NCAA Tournament.