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West Virginia Falls 79-67 Against Baylor - Game Recap
Baylor got a 26-point performance from LJ Cryer as they ran past West Virginia 79-67 on Monday at Ferrell Center.
Bettors who backed Baylor were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -6.5 at sportsbooks.
Baylor got 13 points from Adam Flagler and another 12 points from Jalen Bridges. Keyonte George contributed 7 assists, while Keyonte George cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
West Virginia got a 17-point performance from Emmitt Matthews Jr., who was supported by 11 points from Joe Toussaint. Kedrian Johnson had 6 assists in a losing cause for West Virginia, while Emmitt Matthews Jr. grabbed 5 rebounds.
Baylor was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
West Virginia had a 28-23 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Baylor heads into a battle against Kansas. West Virginia, meanwhile, will have their next action against Texas Tech.