Multiple Players Ejected in LSU-Oklahoma Women's Basketball Altercation

During a high-stakes women's basketball game between No. 7 LSU and No. 13 Oklahoma, tensions escalated into a physical altercation in the first quarter, resulting in the ejection of LSU's Sa'Myah Smith and Oklahoma's Liz Scott. The incident occurred when Smith shoved Oklahoma's Beatrice Culliton after a tussle for position, prompting Scott to retaliate. Both players were ejected after referees reviewed the incident, which was classified as a fight, leading to suspensions for their next game. At the time of the ejections, Oklahoma was leading LSU 12-11, and they maintained a narrow lead, ending the first quarter at 23-20. The game was notable not only for its competitive nature but also for the heated exchanges, including a technical foul issued to Oklahoma's head coach later in the game. This incident highlights the intensity of women's college basketball, particularly in matchups involving ranked teams.