Baylor Bears Edge Oklahoma State Cowgirls inThriller, 77-68

Buzzer-Beater Seals Baylor’s Victory in marquee Big 12 Showdown

In a thrilling women’s college basketball matchup, the Baylor Bears outlasted the Oklahoma State Cowgirls, 77-68, in a nail-biting New Year’s Eve clash. The game, played at a sold-out Ferrell Center in Waco, Texas, lived up to its billing as a top-tier Big 12 showdown.

“This win says a lot about our team’s resilience.” – Nicki Collen, Baylor Head Coach

“We knew Oklahoma State would come in here and give us their best shot. Our team showed great composure and heart to pull out this victory.”

Nicki Collen, Baylor Head Coach

Game Recap

The Cowgirls started strong, leading by as many as eight points in the first quarter. However, the Bears battled back, with Player Name dropping 14 of her 25 points in the period. The game remained close throughout, with neither team holding a double-digit lead.

Key Stats

• Baylor: 29-61 FG, 9-23 3-pointers, 16-22 FT, 36 rebounds, 17 assists
• Oklahoma State: 24-60 FG, 7-21 3-pointers, 11-16 FT, 38 rebounds, 14 assists

Buzzer-Beater Seals the Deal

Trailing 68-67 with just 5 seconds remaining, Baylor called a timeout to set up the final play. Guard Player Name took the inbound pass, drove to the basket, and laid it in as time expired, securing the 77-68 victory.

Broadcast Information

The game was nationally televised on ESPN2 and streamed on ESPN+.

FAQ

Where was the game played?

The game was played at the Ferrell Center in Waco, Texas.

What was the final score?

The final score was 77-68 in favor of Baylor.

Up Next

The Baylor Bears (12-1, 2-0 Big 12) will look to stay undefeated in conference play as they host the Iowa State Cyclones on January 3, 2026. The Oklahoma State Cowgirls (9-5, 0-2 Big 12) will try to bounce back against the TCU Horned Frogs on the same day.

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