Thrilling Conclusion to the Regular Season
In a thrilling conclusion to the regular season, Texas Christian University (TCU) secured a 73-63 victory over Cincinnati, marking their fifth consecutive win, a new record for the Horned Frogs in Big 12 competition.
Key Players Shine
Jayden Pierre starred for TCU, contributing 18 points, five rebounds, and five assists to lead his team, while Liutauras Lelevicius pitched in with 14 points. David Punch also made a significant impact, scoring 13 points along with seven assists and three steals.
Game Highlights
Throughout the first half, the contest remained closely contested, with neither squad able to dominate. TCU managed to gain a slight edge going into halftime, leading 32-29 after a clutch three-pointer from Micah Robinson at the buzzer. The Horned Frogs then ignited a decisive 9-0 run at the beginning of the second half, extending their lead to 45-35. From there, TCU maintained a comfortable lead for most of the remainder of the game.
Despite not scoring in the last 3:28 of play, TCU’s 10-for-12 performance at the free-throw line sealed their victory.
Cincinnati’s Standout Performers
For Cincinnati, Day Day Thomas was the standout player, scoring 19 points with four rebounds and two blocks. Meanwhile, Baba Miller‘s noteworthy contribution of 14 rebounds helped Cincinnati dominate the boards with a 37-30 advantage.
Looking Ahead
Both teams will now turn their attention to the upcoming Big 12 Tournament, where they are set to discover their seedings in the competition starting Tuesday.
