In a two overtime game decided by a single point, so many things can make the difference. But nothing matches Terry Maston’s importance in ensuring Baylor’s sixth straight win against Texas.
Texas ranks 8th nationally in adjusted defensive efficiency. Mo Bamba leads the conference in blocks and has a 7—foot—9 wingspan. He provides help on nearly every drive and makes it incredibly difficult to score. Add in guards that contest well, and scoring against the Longhorns is a difficult challenge.
The Bears responded by unleashing Maston, and they were a monumentally different team when he shot. He scored 26 points on the 20 plays where he shot or turned it over.