No. 13 Baylor Defeats No. 23 Texas Tech in Close Contest
Baylor's victory tightens the race for the top spot in the Big 12 standings.
- No. 13 Baylor secured a 79-73 victory over No. 23 Texas Tech, marking the Red Raiders' third consecutive loss.
- RayJ Dennis led Baylor with 21 points, while freshman Yves Missi contributed 17 points and showcased impressive dunks.
- Texas Tech was without Warren Washington, their starting senior forward, due to illness.
- The win ties Baylor with No. 14 Iowa State for second place in the Big 12 standings, just a half-game behind No. 5 Houston.
- Baylor's next game is against No. 4 Kansas at Allen Fieldhouse, a matchup of recent national champions.