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Baylor Bears Set to Host Iowa State Cyclones at Ferrell Center in Waco

As the Baylor Bears prepare to welcome the Iowa State Cyclones to the Ferrell Center, fans are anticipating a thrilling encounter. The Bears have shown resilience and skill in their recent games, which sets the stage for an exciting matchup.


Nov 28, 2023; Waco, Texas, USA;  Baylor Bears center Yves Missi (21) makes a free throw against the Nicholls State Colonels during the first half at Ferrell Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports

In their last outing against Oklahoma State Cowboys, the Bears secured a close victory with 74 points against the Cowboys' 68. Despite not recording any blocks and accumulating 16 personal fouls, Baylor managed to maintain a strong defensive presence with six steals and limited turnovers. Their free-throw accuracy was impressive at 85 percent, contributing significantly to their win.


The game prior saw Baylor playing host to Texas Longhorns where they emerged victorious with an assertive scoreline of 81-72. The team's field goal percentage stood at an even 50 percent while they excelled from beyond the arc hitting nearly half of their three-point attempts. However, turnovers were a concern as they gave up possession 21 times.


Against Kansas State Wildcats though, Baylor stumbled slightly in a tight contest that ended in a narrow defeat of 65-75. The team struggled from two-point range but compensated with nearly 40 percent success from three-point territory. They also showed tenacity on defense with three blocks and maintained decent control over ball possession despite losing.


The upcoming game promises excitement as Baylor aims to capitalize on its home-court advantage at Ferrell Center—a venue known for its vibrant atmosphere that often energizes the home squad. With recent performances indicating strong shooting prowess especially from deep and solid free-throw shooting, fans can expect these trends to play pivotal roles.


The clash between Baylor Bears and Iowa State Cyclones is scheduled for March 4th at 5 PM local time (17:00 +00:00 UTC) at Ferrell Center in Waco, Texas. Fans eager not to miss any action can tune into ESPN2 or head down to witness it live as both teams vie for supremacy on court.

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