Back to the Baylor Bears Newsfeed

Baylor escapes late run, takes down West Virginia in overtime 74-71

By Foster Nicholas | Sports Editor

Baylor men’s basketball walked off the court at the Foster Pavilion to roaring applause and singing as John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” blasted over the speakers following the Bears’ 74-71 win over West Virginia in overtime.

The green and gold failed to make a field goal in the final five minutes but knocked down 9-of-12 free throws to seal the victory.

“We took better care of the ball, did a great job at the free throw line,” head coach Scott Drew said. “We had some really good looks tonight and just couldn’t get the threes to fall.