Tag: Oklahoma

WinStar World Casino is among the gambling destinations that may open sportsbooks in the future if a Oklahoma sports betting bill passes this year. (Image: Dallas Morning News)

Oklahoma Sports Betting Bill Filed

The Oklahoma Legislature will consider a bill this year that would authorize in-person sports wagering in the state. Rep. Ken Luttrell, R-Ponca City, filed House Bill 3008, which could permit sportsbooks in tribal casinos in Oklahoma, with federal approval. The legislation doesn’t broach the issue of online wagers. “I have […]

Oklahoma forward Kristian Doolittle is defended by West Virginia during a game in Norman, OK. (Image: Ty Russell/Oklahoma Athletics)

Big 12 Bubble Watch: Oklahoma Clutch Win Over Texas Tech

The Oklahoma Sooners are sitting on the March Madness bubble, but they helped their cause with a decisive 65-51 win over Texas Tech in Big 12 action. The victory against Texas Tech snapped a three-game losing streak. The “Quadrant 1” win improved the chances for head coach Lon Kruger and […]

Charlie Brewer of Baylor lost the first game against Oklahoma, but is hoping for a different outcome in the Big 12 Championship. (Image: AP)

Baylor Seeks Revenge Against Oklahoma in Big 12 Championship

Three seasons ago, Baylor had just one win. This season, the team is playing in the Big 12 Championship against Oklahoma Saturday at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. If the 11-1 Bears upset the Sooners, they have an outside chance to get into the College Football Playoff. Saturday’s game is […]