Utah’s basketball team faced a tough challenge this week, going 0-2 against two of the most athletic opponents in the Big 12. In their recent game, they lost to Baylor 76-61 at the Huntsman Center. Despite a strong start, a significant scoring drought in the first half cost them the game.
During the match, Utah struggled offensively, going nearly 10 minutes without making a single field goal. They quickly went from a promising 11-4 lead to trailing by 16 points. After a layup from Lawson Lovering early in the first half, the Utes scored only seven points while Baylor surged ahead with 30 points over the next 11 minutes. The first half ended with Utah shooting just 35.7%.
Ezra Ausar had a solid game with 19 points and seven rebounds, and Miro Little contributed 12 points and eight rebounds. However, Utah couldn’t overcome the early deficit and fell short.
On the other hand, Baylor’s VJ Edgecombe stood out as a future star, scoring 14 points in the first half alone and finishing with 21 points overall. His performance, along with Norchad Omier’s double-double (22 points and 12 rebounds), showcased Baylor’s strength.
Another crucial factor was Baylor’s ability to secure second-chance points. They grabbed 15 offensive rebounds, enabling them to score 18 points off those opportunities, giving them a slight edge over Utah’s 14 rebounds and 12 second-chance points.
Looking ahead, Utah, now holding a record of 11-8 and 3-5 in the Big 12, will play at home again on Tuesday against Cincinnati. The Bearcats come in with a record of 12-6 and will face BYU before meeting Utah. The game will start at 8 p.m. MST and will be aired on CBS Sports Network.
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