Baylor ended a four-game losing streak Saturday with a 63-53 victory over West Virginia in Morgantown, West Virginia.
Bears Break Losing Streak
Cameron Carr led Baylor with 16 points and 12 rebounds, achieving his third double-double of the season. Carr was successful on 6 of 11 shot attempts, including two 3-pointers. Despite his strong performance, he also accounted for seven of the Bears’ 14 turnovers.
Obi Agbim contributed 16 points and four assists for Baylor, while Tounde Yessoufou added 11 points. For West Virginia, Brenen Lorient was the leading scorer with 19 points.
Game Highlights
After falling behind early, West Virginia briefly took the lead with back-to-back 3-pointers from Treysen Eaglestaff. However, a four-point play by Carr shifted the momentum back to Baylor, initiating a 17-8 run that gave the Bears a 38-30 halftime advantage.
Baylor extended their lead after halftime, but West Virginia responded with a 14-5 run, narrowing the gap to 47-44. A prolonged scoring drought followed, with only two points scored by either team over a seven-minute period. Yessoufou’s late jumper helped Baylor maintain their lead in the final minutes.
Baylor’s shooting performance was notably stronger, with a 45.5% overall field goal percentage compared to West Virginia’s 36%. From the 3-point line, Baylor shot 41% (9 for 22) while West Virginia struggled at 26.3% (5 for 19).
Looking Ahead
Baylor (12-9, 2-7 Big 12 Conference) will next host Colorado on Wednesday. West Virginia (14-8, 5-4) is scheduled to play at Cincinnati on Thursday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the game?
The final score was Baylor 63, West Virginia 53.
Who led Baylor in scoring?
Cameron Carr led Baylor with 16 points.
Who led West Virginia in scoring?
Brenen Lorient led West Virginia with 19 points.
What factors contributed to Baylor’s win against West Virginia?
