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Can Baylor Bears' Defense Dominate Alabama State Lady Hornets Again?

First Quarter


The Baylor Bears kicked off their game against the Alabama State Lady Hornets with a commanding performance, establishing an early lead. The Bears showcased their defensive prowess, blocking 12 shots throughout the game and limiting the Lady Hornets to just 7 points in the first quarter. Taliah Scott led the charge for Baylor with her scoring ability, contributing significantly to their offensive output.


Nov 14, 2023; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Lady Bears guard Aijha Blackwell (33) scores a layup against the Utah Utes during the second half at Ferrell Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-USA TODAY Sports

Second Quarter


As the second quarter unfolded, Baylor continued to extend their lead by scoring 29 points. Their effective field goal percentage of 55 percent highlighted their shooting efficiency. Darianna Littlepage-Buggs was instrumental during this period, adding depth to both offense and defense with her all-around play. Meanwhile, Alabama State struggled offensively but managed to put up 10 points.


Third Quarter


In the third quarter, Baylor maintained control of the game by adding another 23 points to their tally. Jana Van Gytenbeek's playmaking skills were on full display as she dished out assists that kept Alabama State's defense on its toes. The Lady Hornets showed some resilience by scoring 11 points but couldn't close the gap significantly.


Fourth Quarter


The final quarter saw a slight dip in scoring for both teams as fatigue set in; however, Baylor's bench players stepped up and contributed crucial minutes and points off turnovers. The Bears' fast break opportunities resulted in easy baskets that sealed their victory over Alabama State.


With a final score of 90-36 favoring Baylor Bears vs Alabama State Lady Hornets final score reflected a dominant performance from start to finish for Baylor at Foster Pavilion.


Looking ahead, fans can catch the next action-packed encounter when Baylor takes on Texas Longhorns at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth on December 14th at 1:00 PM EDT broadcasted live on ABC TV network.


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