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TCU Beats Baylor 69-63 in Big 12 Opener as Ex-Pro James Nnaji Debuts

The midseason addition of the former European pro has renewed scrutiny of pro-to-college eligibility rules.

Overview

  • James Nnaji played 16 minutes in his Baylor debut, finishing with five points and four rebounds before exiting after his fourth foul with 4:42 remaining.
  • Micah Robinson led TCU with 13 points and 10 rebounds, and the Horned Frogs snapped a five-game home losing streak against the Bears.
  • Baylor, ranked among the nation’s top scoring teams entering the game, was held to a season-low 63 points on 37% shooting.
  • Nnaji entered to boos from the TCU crowd, and his first Baylor points came on a putback dunk in the first half.
  • Baylor signed the 2023 No. 31 NBA draft pick over the holiday break after frontcourt injuries, and coaches around the sport criticized the move.