The rivalry known as Bedlam will once again light up the hardwood in Oklahoma City, as the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State meet at the Paycom Center on December 12. The doubleheader promises a full day of high‑stakes basketball, with both the men's and women's teams facing off in a single venue.
Ticket access and sales schedule
Season ticket holders will be the first to secure seats, with a presale opening on Monday at 10 a.m. Central Time. General admission tickets will become available through Ticketmaster on August 7, while OU students will receive their purchasing details after the fall semester begins. The structure allows a single ticket to cover both games, giving fans the chance to experience the full Bedlam experience in one outing.
The stakes are amplified by recent dominance. In the most recent season, Oklahoma swept the Bedlam doubleheader, extending its winning streak to four straight victories in the men's series and seven in the women's. Head coach Porter Moser’s Sooners posted an 85‑76 win over Oklahoma State, with rising senior Xzayvier Brown contributing 21 points. The women’s side, under head coach Jennie Baranczyk, has never lost to Oklahoma State, maintaining a 70‑47 all‑time series edge.
Beyond the immediate matchups, the historical context underscores the depth of the rivalry. The men's series leads 145‑106 in Oklahoma’s favor, while the women’s series stands at 70‑47. The programs have met at least once every season since the 1927‑28 campaign, and the women’s teams have squared off annually from 1975 through 2024 before resuming the series in 2025.
The upcoming games also highlight the broader impact on the university community. Fans can expect a lively atmosphere at the Paycom Center, a venue that has become a focal point for Bedlam events. As ticket sales approach, the excitement among students, alumni, and local supporters continues to build, setting the stage for another memorable chapter in this storied rivalry.