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Baylor Bears Clash with BYU Cougars in Men's Basketball at Ferrell Center

As the Baylor Bears prepare to host the BYU Cougars at the Ferrell Center, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their impressive performance. The upcoming game, scheduled for January 10th, promises to be an exciting matchup in Waco.


Nov 28, 2023; Waco, Texas, USA;  Baylor Bears guard Ja'Kobe Walter (4) dunks against the Nicholls State Colonels during the second half at Ferrell Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports

The Bears have been showcasing a strong offense recently. In their last home game against Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, they dominated with a staggering 107 points. Their shooting was on point; they made 67 percent of their field goals and were particularly lethal from beyond the arc, hitting 63 percent of three-point attempts. Their assist-to-turnover ratio was also commendable at three.


However, it's not just about scoring; defense plays a crucial role too. In that same game, Baylor managed to steal the ball 12 times and block three shots while keeping turnovers down to nine. This defensive prowess contributed significantly to their victory margin.


On the other hand, when playing away against Duke Blue Devils at Madison Square Garden, Baylor scored 70 points but fell short as Duke secured a win with 78 points. Despite this loss, Baylor maintained a solid two-point field goal percentage of around 44 and continued showing strength in rebounding by grabbing 30 rebounds during that game.


Their most recent away game against Michigan State Spartans saw them score fewer points than usual (64), which might be an area of concern for some fans. Turnovers were high in this match (21), which is something the team will need to address before facing BYU Cougars.


The Ferrell Center has been a fortress for Baylor Bears where they've enjoyed significant support from their fans – an advantage they'll surely look forward to having again.


In conclusion, while past performances have shown some inconsistencies—especially on defense—the Bears' high-scoring offense should give them confidence going into this home fixture.


Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ on January 10th at Ferrell Center in Waco as these two teams battle it out on court.

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