Baylor basketball is making headlines this November, with both the men’s and women’s teams flexing their muscles in early-season action. From a statement win in Las Vegas to a powerful women’s squad debut, the Bears are showing why they remain a force in college hoops.
Men’s Team Stays Perfect with Vegas Thriller
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Baylor men’s basketball team kicked off the prestigious Players Era Tournament in Las Vegas with a gritty 81-74 victory over Creighton, pushing their record to a flawless 4-0. In a game packed with momentum swings, Baylor’s depth and rebounding prowess proved decisive.
Cameron Carr led the charge, pouring in 21 points and grabbing nine rebounds, including several clutch plays down the stretch. Carr, who’s averaging nearly 24 points per game this season, delivered a highlight-reel alley-oop dunk in the final minutes and sealed the win with late free throws.
All five Baylor starters scored in double figures, showcasing the team’s balanced attack:
- Cameron Carr: 21 points, 9 rebounds
- Dan Skillings Jr.: 14 points
- Obi Agbim: 13 points
- Tounde Yessoufou: 11 points
- Michael Rataj: 10 points
The Bears dominated the glass, outrebounding Creighton 48-28, including a staggering 22-8 edge on the offensive boards. Defensive stops in the closing seconds, including a blocked three-pointer by Carr and a fast-break dunk by Yessoufou, iced the game for Baylor.
What’s Next for the Bears?
Baylor’s next test comes quickly—they face nationally ranked St. John’s on Tuesday, November 25, in the second round of the Players Era Tournament. With four straight wins and a roster firing on all cylinders, the Bears are building early momentum for a deep postseason run.
Women’s Team Opens with Statement Win
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No. 16 Baylor women’s basketball team opened their season with a commanding 86-46 exhibition win over West Texas A&M at Foster Pavilion. The game marked the return of graduate guard Jana Van Gytenbeek, who sank her first three-pointer since recovering from a torn ACL—a moment that electrified the home crowd.
Taliah Scott, a redshirt sophomore and Auburn transfer, stole the show with a 24-point performance, notching her 22nd career game with 20 or more points. Senior guard Darianna Littlepage-Buggs added her 31st career double-double, tallying 10 points and 10 rebounds.
Scott summed up the team’s mood:
“With a win like this, we can see what we can be, and it’s only the first game of the season. We’re only going to get better from there.”Baylor Basketball’s Big Picture
Both Baylor squads are drawing national attention. The men’s team is undefeated and showing the kind of depth and resilience that could carry them deep into March. The women’s team, ranked in the top 20, is blending veteran leadership with explosive new talent.
Key storylines to watch:- Can Cameron Carr continue his scoring tear and lead Baylor to a tournament title in Vegas?
- How will the women’s team build on their dominant opener as the season unfolds?
- Will both teams maintain their top-25 status as conference play approaches?
What This Means for Baylor Fans
Baylor basketball is back in a big way, and the early results suggest another thrilling season ahead. With both teams boasting star power, depth, and a winning culture, the Bears are poised to make noise on the national stage.
Stay tuned: The next few weeks will reveal just how high these Baylor teams can climb—and whether they can turn early promise into championship reality.
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