Bedlam is back — at least on the basketball court.
Oklahoma and Oklahoma State, former Big 12 rivals, announced Wednesday their men’s basketball teams will face off on Saturday, Dec. 14 at Paycom Center, home of the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The schools competed for decades as members of the Big 12, but the Sooners left for the SEC in July.
“Our storied rivalry now enters a new chapter and we — along with all of Sooner Nation — are ready to begin,” Oklahoma athletic director Joe Castiglione said in a statement.
“It’s especially exciting to launch one of our marquee program’s Bedlam matchup in the Paycom Center. I know our fans will come out in droves to support our athletes.”
The game will be part of the Bedlam Series, a competition that spans all sports throughout the year. Oklahoma State holds a 13-11-1 all-time advantage.
“OSU fans take great pride in the success we’ve had in the Bedlam rivalry,” Oklahoma State athletic director Chad Weiberg said.
“Although we know Bedlam will look different moving forward, we are excited for this game in the Paycom Center.”
The Associated Press contributed to this post.
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