In a thrilling display of defensive prowess, the No. 8 Oklahoma women's basketball team dominated Texas A&M 72-50 on Thursday night, extending their impressive winning streak to 12 games.

Freshman sensation Aaliyah Chavez led the charge with a remarkable 20-point performance, proving she's a rising star in collegiate basketball. Despite the Sooners being held well below their season scoring average of 96.2 points, their strategic defense and timely scoring secured a decisive victory.

The game was a defensive battle from the start, with Oklahoma building a slim 28-20 halftime lead after a challenging first half where they shot just 32.4% from the field. However, the Sooners dramatically shifted momentum in the second half, launching a devastating 12-0 run that left Texas A&M reeling.

Senior center Raegan Beers contributed 14 points and was instrumental on the boards, helping Oklahoma secure a commanding 63-34 rebounding advantage. Junior forward Sahara Williams added 10 points to support the team's offensive effort.

Texas A&M struggled mightily, particularly from three-point range, missing their first 16 attempts and finishing a dismal 1-for-18. Senior guard Ny'Ceara Pryor led the Aggies with 20 points, but it wasn't enough to challenge Oklahoma's defensive intensity.

The victory further cements Oklahoma's status as a formidable team, matching their second-best winning streak in program history - just shy of the 20-game run by their 2008-09 Final Four squad. With this impressive SEC opener, the Sooners demonstrated they are a championship-caliber team to watch this season.

Oklahoma will look to continue their momentum when they host Mississippi State on Sunday, while Texas A&M will seek redemption in their upcoming game at Georgia.