The Liberty Flames (6-3) return to the court on Monday night to take on Oral Roberts (7-3) in one of the most anticipated non-conference games of the season.
The Golden Eagles picked up a win on Saturday against Central Arkansas, 111-78 to improve to 7-3 on the year. All three of their losses have come against top 50 teams in Houston, Saint Mary’s, and Utah State. ORU has four wins against non-Division I teams while also defeating Tulsa and Texas Southern.
Here’s everything you need to know for Monday night’s matchup:
How to Watch – Liberty Flames (6-3) vs Oral Roberts (7-3)
- Date: Monday, Dec. 12, 2022
- Start Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
- TV: ORU Sports Network
- Online Streaming: ORU Sports Network
- Radio (Lynchburg): LFSN Radio (107.5 FM)
Odds and Statistics
- KenPom currently gives Liberty a 39 percent chance to win the game with a predicted score of 76-73.
- ESPN’s Basketball Power Index currently gives Liberty a 49.5 percent chance to win the game.
Previous Matchup
- Liberty lost to Oral Roberts, 90-58, on Dec. 30, 2006 in the only prior matchup between the two programs.
- Larry Blair led the Flames with 26 points on 10 of 17 shooting from the field.
Probable Starters
Stat Leaders (2022 Season)
Liberty:
- Points: Darius McGhee – 21.2 PPG
- Rebounds: Joseph Venzant – 5.8 RPG
- Assists: Colin Porter – 4.1 APG
