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Did Baylor Bears' Second Half Surge Seal the Game Against Arizona State Sun Devils?

The Baylor Bears improved their record to 1-0 with a narrow victory over the Arizona State Sun Devils, who now stand at 0-1. The game concluded with a score of 73-68 in favor of the Bears, showcasing their resilience and tactical adjustments throughout the match.


Feb 21, 2026; Waco, Texas, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils guard Anthony Johnson (2) scores a layup against the Baylor Bears during the first half at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

First Half


The first half saw the Arizona State Sun Devils taking an early lead, scoring 40 points compared to Baylor's 32. The Sun Devils capitalized on their offensive rebounds and effective shooting from inside the paint, where they scored 36 points overall. Despite trailing, Baylor's Cameron Carr contributed significantly with his precision shooting and defensive efforts.


Second Half


In a dramatic second half turnaround, the Green and Gold outscored Sparky by nine points. Key performances came from Tounde Yessoufou and Isaac Williams IV, who both stepped up offensively. Yessoufou's aggressive play resulted in crucial baskets that helped shift momentum in favor of Baylor.


Feb 21, 2026; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears guard Isaac Williams (10) drives to the basket between Arizona State Sun Devils center Massamba Diop (35) and guard Maurice Odum (5) during the first half at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

Final Moments


As tensions rose in the final moments of play, it was Dan Skillings Jr.'s three-point accuracy that proved pivotal for Baylor. His timely shots were part of game-changing plays that kept Arizona State at bay despite their relentless pursuit led by efficient field goals from midrange.


With this win under their belt, fans can look forward to more action as they prepare for another home game against Arizona Wildcats on February 24th at Foster Pavilion in Waco. Tune into ESPN2 at 9:00 PM EDT to catch all live coverage.


Feb 21, 2026; Waco, Texas, USA; Arizona State Sun Devils guard Anthony Johnson (2) scores a basket against Baylor Bears guard Obi Agbim (5) during the second half at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images

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