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Texas Tech Narrowly Defeats Baylor to Advance in Big 12 Tournament

The Red Raiders overcame a late rally by the Bears to secure a 76-74 victory and move on to the semifinals.

Mar 13, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Brigham Young Cougars forward Richie Saunders (15) drives to the basket around Iowa State Cyclones guard Cade Kelderman (13) during the first half at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images
Mar 8, 2025; Waco, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears guard VJ Edgecombe (7) and Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) chase a loose ball during the second half at Paul and Alejandra Foster Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images/File Photo
Mar 13, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Henri Veesaar (13) rebounds during the first half against the Kansas Jayhawks at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images
Mar 13, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders forward JT Toppin (15) shoots the ball during the first half against the Baylor Bears at T-Mobile Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Overview

  • JT Toppin led Texas Tech with 26 points and 10 rebounds, continuing his standout season as Big 12 Player of the Year.
  • Texas Tech struggled offensively in the second half, missing their final 10 field-goal attempts and shooting just 19.4% after halftime.
  • Baylor's Norchad Omier delivered a dominant performance with 29 points and 15 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to secure the win.
  • The Red Raiders held a 13-point halftime lead but faced a strong Baylor comeback that brought the game within two points in the final seconds.
  • Texas Tech will face Arizona in the semifinals of the Big 12 Tournament, while Baylor is projected to earn an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament.