SHAWNEE, Okla. — Oklahoma Baptist (8–9, 4–7 GAC) protected its home floor on Thursday evening, using a dominant fourth‑quarter surge to pull away from Southern Nazarene (5–10, 5–6 GAC) for an 81–73 victory inside the Noble Complex.
The Bison controlled the tempo late, outscoring the Crimson Storm 24–21 in the final frame while shooting 44 percent and converting 5-of-5 free throws in the period.
Balanced Bison Attack
OBU put four players in double figures and shot 42.6 percent from the field for the game.
Jaedyn Getman powered the Bison with 32 points and 14 rebounds, logging an impressive double‑double while going a perfect 12-of-12 at the foul line.
Jordyn Anderson totaled 17 points, six assists, and five rebounds, while
Brenna Butler contributed 14 points, six rebounds, and four assists.
Katelyn Davis added six points and six boards, including a key mid‑range jumper down the stretch.
Bison Defense Clamps Down
Oklahoma Baptist forced 18 points off turnovers and held SNU to just 27.8 percent from beyond the arc. The Bison also won the rebounding battle 41–32, grabbing 13 offensive boards that led to nine second‑chance points.
Storm Leaders
Southern Nazarene was paced by Boston Berry, who scored 22 points and grabbed seven rebounds. Nessa Begay added 14 points, and Halyn Browning chipped in 11 off the bench.
Key Stretch
The game swung in OBU's favor midway through the fourth quarter. Leading 63–58, the Bison responded with back‑to‑back layups from Getman and Anderson, stretching the margin to nine. Butler then sealed the game at the free‑throw line, sinking four straight in the final 30 seconds.
Up Next
Oklahoma Baptist returns to action on Monday inside the Noble Complex against Southwestern Oklahoma State at 5:30 pm.
