No. 23 Alabama women’s basketball fell short against No.10 Oklahoma in a matchup that began fast-paced and came down to the wire. It was a physical game throughout, with both teams looking to the paint for their points.
Despite the physicality seen on the court, Alabama only attempted eight free throws, with only guard Ace Austin going to the line more than once.
“I think it’s so important in this league that you get to the free-throw line,” said head coach Kristy Curry. “You can’t shoot eight free throws. It’s hard to guard a free throw.”
For what seemed like a game Alabama could never take control of, center Raegan Beers led for Oklahoma with 21 points and nine boards to go along with three assists. Beers made multiple second-chance points for Oklahoma, as Alabama struggled to find a steady presence on the glass.
Alabama was outrebounded 45-25, as it took nearly the entire game for players to adjust to Oklahoma’s style of play. The Crimson Tide shot two more shots than Oklahoma, but could never seem to grab rebounds that would allow for second-chance opportunities. No Alabama player grabbed over six rebounds, whereas multiple Oklahoma players grabbed more than eight.
“I’ve got to be a better rebounding coach,” Curry said. “These kids aren’t waking up in the morning thinking, ‘Let’s get out-rebounded by 20.’ I’ve got to be as positive as I can to help them.”
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