Arizona State Sun Devils' Paint Power Falls Short Against Baylor Bears in Waco

The Arizona State Sun Devils faced off against the Baylor Bears at Foster Pavilion, resulting in a 73-68 outcome. The game left the Devils with a record of 0-1, while the Bears improved to 1-0.

First Half

The first half saw the Sun Devils take an early lead, capitalizing on their strong presence in the paint. With Moe Odum contributing significantly with his scoring prowess and Anthony Johnson's sharp shooting, ASU managed to put up 40 points by halftime. Their field goal percentage stood at an impressive 45 percent, showcasing their offensive efficiency.

Second Half

As the second half unfolded, Baylor's defense tightened. Despite Allen Mukeba's efforts under the basket and Noah Meeusen's defensive plays that included crucial steals, ASU struggled to maintain their momentum. The Bears responded with a robust offensive strategy that saw them score 41 points in this period alone.

Final Moments

In a game marked by eight ties and thirteen lead changes, it was ultimately Baylor’s superior shooting accuracy that made the difference. The Green and Gold shot an impressive 57 percent from the field overall compared to ASU’s efforts. Despite outscoring Baylor on points off turnovers (19) and bench contributions (30), Arizona State could not overcome their opponent’s late surge.

Looking ahead, fans can catch Arizona State Sun Devils as they face TCU Horned Frogs on February 24th at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth at 9:00 PM EST on CBS Sports Network.

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