Baylor Bears Triumph Over Colorado Buffaloes
In a commanding performance on Wednesday, the Baylor Bears triumphed over the Colorado Buffaloes with an 86-67 victory in a Big 12 matchup held in Waco, Texas. The Bears established an early lead, finishing the first half with a remarkable 45-21 advantage, largely due to their precise shooting, which included a notable array of three-pointers.
Key Players and Performance
Tounde Yessoufou was instrumental in this success, leading his team with 27 points and grabbing seven rebounds, achieving an impressive shooting percentage of 62.5% from the field (10 of 16) and contributing to Baylor’s overall shooting performance of 53%.
The Bears saw strong support from Cameron Carr and Obi Agbim, both of whom scored 19 points, as they combined efforts for six long-range shots. Carr’s contribution extended beyond scoring, as he also secured eight rebounds and delivered six assists, while Agbim matched his assist total.
Game Statistics
From the free-throw line, Baylor was efficient, converting 20 out of 25 attempts, and dominated the boards with a rebounding edge of 32-26 over Colorado. Despite their efforts, the Buffaloes struggled to narrow the gap in the second half, even as their bench tried to mount a comeback. Ian Inman notably recorded 10 points, while Jalin Holland added 12 to the mix. Other contributors included Barrington Hargress with 11 points and Isaiah Johnson who finished with 10 points and four assists.
Overall, the Buffaloes managed to shoot 40% from the field and 41% from beyond the arc, showcasing a stronger second half where they outscored Baylor 46-41. However, Baylor’s sustained pressure continuously thwarted Colorado’s attempts to diminish the lead, as evidenced by a Carr jumper that extended Baylor’s lead to 70-41 with just over eight minutes left to play.
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, Baylor will face a significant challenge as they prepare to take on No. 7 Iowa State this upcoming Saturday, while Colorado will host Arizona State on the same day.
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