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Recap - Baylor Defeats Washington State 65-59

Baylor earned a 65-59 victory over Washington State on Sunday, getting 19 points from Keyonte George at American Airlines Center.

Bettors who backed Baylor were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -9.5.

Baylor got 12 points from Adam Flagler and another 8 points from Flo Thamba. Dale Bonner contributed 4 assists, while Jalen Bridges cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.

Washington State got a 16-point performance from Jabe Mullins, who was supported by 14 points from TJ Bamba. Kymany Houinsou had 4 assists in a losing cause for Washington State, while Mouhamed Gueye grabbed 9 rebounds.

Baylor was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Washington State had a 28-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Baylor takes its act home to face Northwestern State looking for another win. For Washington State, they head home to face George Washington.