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Baylor Bears Clash with Providence Friars at Massimino Court in Women's Basketball Showdown

As the Baylor Bears prepare to host the Providence Friars at Massimino Court, fans can anticipate a thrilling encounter in women's basketball. The upcoming game, scheduled for December 20th, will showcase the Bears' recent dominant performances and their potential to continue this trend on their home turf.


Nov 14, 2023; Waco, Texas, USA;  Baylor Lady Bears forward Dre'Una Edwards (44) celebrates after making a three point basket against the Utah Utes during the first half at Ferrell Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports

The Baylor Bears have been on an impressive winning streak, showcasing a robust offense and a tenacious defense. In their last three games, they have scored an average of 83 points per game while allowing only 53 points against them. This significant point differential highlights their ability to control both ends of the court effectively.


Analyzing past performances further reveals that Baylor has excelled in fast-break situations, scoring 21 fast-break points against Oregon Ducks and an even more impressive 27 against Alcorn State Lady Braves. Their ability to convert turnovers into points is notable as well; they scored 23 points off turnovers against Oregon and a remarkable 31 points off turnovers when facing Alcorn State.


Rebounding has also been a strong suit for the Bears, out-rebounding their opponents by wide margins in recent games. Against SMU Mustangs alone, they grabbed 51 rebounds compared to SMU's 28. This rebounding prowess has led to numerous second-chance opportunities which have been critical in extending leads.


Assist numbers are telling of Baylor's team-oriented playstyle; they tallied up an impressive total of 22 assists versus Alcorn State Lady Braves which complements their high-scoring offense well.


The venue itself could play into Baylor’s hands as Massimino Court provides familiar territory where crowd support can be pivotal for momentum swings during crucial moments of the game.


Fans eager to witness this matchup can tune in or attend on December 20th at Massimino Court located in West Palm Beach at half-past eight o'clock local time (8:30 PM). With no broadcast networks listed yet for coverage details may follow closer to game day ensuring all supporters have access to cheer on the Bears as they aim for another victory.

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