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Baylor Bears Set to Clash with Kansas State Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum

As the Baylor Bears prepare to face off against the Kansas State Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent upward trajectory. The upcoming game, scheduled for January 17th, promises to be a thrilling encounter in Manhattan.


Nov 28, 2023; Waco, Texas, USA;  Baylor Bears guard RayJ Dennis (10) scores a three-point basket against the Nicholls State Colonels during the second half at Ferrell Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports

The Bears have shown resilience and adaptability in their past performances. In a nail-biting overtime victory against the Oklahoma State Cowboys, the Bears demonstrated tenacity by securing a 75-70 win. Their offensive rebounding was particularly impressive, grabbing 15 boards that led to critical second-chance points. Despite shooting only 13 percent from beyond the arc, they compensated with a strong inside game, scoring half of their points in the paint.


Their subsequent games saw an improvement in three-point shooting as they hit 44 percent against BYU Cougars and secured an emphatic win with an 81-72 scoreline. The team's ability to convert turnovers into points was evident as they scored 18 points off turnovers while maintaining an impressive assist-to-turnover ratio of 2.0.


Most recently, Baylor edged out Cincinnati Bearcats with a close score of 62-59 at Foster Pavilion. Their defense stood out by limiting Bearcats' three-point shooting to just 19 percent and showcasing solid two-point defense with a block rate that contributed significantly to their narrow victory.


As they head into enemy territory at Bramlage Coliseum—a venue known for its raucous atmosphere—the Bears will need every ounce of this momentum and focus on both ends of the court. With consistent defensive efforts and improved accuracy from distance seen in recent games, Baylor is poised for another competitive matchup.


Fans can catch all the action live on ESPN+ internet broadcast network as these two teams vie for dominance on January 17th at Bramlage Coliseum in Manhattan, Kansas.

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