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Baylor Bears Set to Challenge West Virginia Mountaineers at WVU Coliseum

As the Baylor Bears prepare to face off against the West Virginia Mountaineers at WVU Coliseum, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their recent performance trends. The upcoming game, scheduled for February 24th, promises to be an exciting clash in Morgantown.


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

In their last encounter with the Mountaineers, the Bears secured a victory with a seven-point lead, finishing at 65 points against West Virginia's 58. This win was underpinned by a strong shooting performance from Baylor; they boasted a field goal percentage of 48 and were particularly effective from inside the arc with a two-point shooting percentage of 53. Their defensive efforts were notable as well, tallying five blocks and six steals.


However, consistency has been an issue for Baylor in subsequent games. Despite an impressive offensive display that led them to score 83 points against Houston Cougars – showcasing a remarkable two-point shooting percentage of 69 – turnovers have been problematic. In that same game against Houston, they committed an alarming total of 26 turnovers which could have easily swayed the game had it not been for their overall high scoring efficiency.


The Bears' most recent away game resulted in defeat at the hands of BYU Cougars where they scored fewer points (66) than in previous games and struggled defensively allowing BYU to score 78 points. The team will need to address these inconsistencies and focus on ball security while maintaining their offensive prowess if they hope to come out on top in Morgantown.


Fans should expect Baylor's strategy to revolve around capitalizing on their strong inside scoring while tightening up defense and reducing turnovers. As always, playing away from home presents its challenges but if past performances are any indication, this matchup will be one where grit and determination will play pivotal roles.


The action unfolds on February 24th at WVU Coliseum; fans can catch all the excitement live as these two teams battle it out on court.

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