Baylor Set to Face TCU in Crucial Big 12 Showdown to Break Tie in Standings

Game outlook

On Monday, the #11 Baylor Bears (19-8, 8-6 Big 12) will face off against the TCU Horned Frogs (19-8, 8-6 Big 12) in a crucial matchup to break their tie in the standings. Baylor is looking for redemption after a tough loss to #2 Houston, while TCU is coming off a convincing win over Cincinnati. The teams previously met this season with TCU winning in triple overtime. TCU is the betting favorite opening at -3 with the line remaining unchanged. Tipoff is set for 9:00 EST at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena in Fort Worth, Texas.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Bears +131 | Horned Frogs -152

Spread: Bears +3 (-110) | Horned Frogs -3 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 148.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that TCU will win straight-up is 60%.

Baylor Bears

The Baylor Bears, ranked 14th overall according to KenPom, are one of the top teams in the Big 12 but have recently suffered consecutive losses to ranked opponents. Despite a tough loss in overtime to Houston, standout guard JaKobe Walter continues to impress, leading the team in scoring and being projected as a top NBA draft pick. The Bears also have top playmakers like RayJ Dennis and scorers like Jalen Bridges contributing to their success. Baylor's offensive efficiency is ranked 5th, with strong shooting percentages and contributions from multiple players. The team is currently projected to be a 4-seed in the NCAA Tournament. Injuries to players like Langston Love could impact their performance in the upcoming games. Defensively, Baylor has room for improvement in areas like field goal and three-point percentage allowed. Overall, the Bears have shown potential for a deep tournament run with their strong offense and depth of talent. It's heating up! @JaKobeWalter1 with a netter! 🔥 #SicEm | #CultureofJOY pic.twitter.com/M7eYPg0eXH