In a tough defensive struggle, Baylor knocked off Texas Tech 57-52. The Bears moved to 12-1 and 2-0 in conference play. Baylor takes on Kansas at 12:00 on Saturday in Lawrence.
This was a defensive battle. Baylor led 21-18 at halftime. Jared Butler, Baylor’s best player, did not score until 3:45 left in the game. He made a key layup to halt Jahmi’us Ramsey’s impressive run for Texas Tech. Butler hit another layup with 3:00 left to give Baylor a six point lead.
The Bears led by just two with 29 seconds left. The Bears lined up with all five guys out of bounds, and MaCio Teague drew a foul with 24.