NCAAB · Final

Cincinnati Bearcats Defeat Baylor Bears 67-57

Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 6:30 PM ET · Fifth Third Arena

Cincinnati Bearcats 67, Baylor Bears 57, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Baylor Bears vs Cincinnati Bearcats?

Cincinnati Bearcats beat Baylor Bears 67-57 at Fifth Third Arena on January 28, 2026.

Who was favored in Baylor Bears vs Cincinnati Bearcats?

Cincinnati Bearcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup at Fifth Third Arena, the Cincinnati Bearcats emerged victorious against the Baylor Bears with a final score of 67-57. This victory marks a crucial win for the Bearcats, who have struggled recently, particularly on the road. Cincinnati's home record stands at 11-10 following this game, while Baylor's record now sits at 11-9.

Cincinnati entered the game with a mixed recent form, having a record of 4-6 in their last ten games. They had lost their last two games prior to this matchup, with an average of 70.9 points scored and 68.0 points allowed in that stretch. Their recent performances included losses to Arizona State and Arizona, both of which were away games, and a win against Iowa State at home. On the other hand, Baylor also faced challenges, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games and a current losing streak of three games. The Bears averaged 84.5 points scored and 74.8 points allowed during that span, showcasing their offensive capabilities but also highlighting their defensive struggles.

At home, Cincinnati has performed better, boasting a home record of 4-1 in their last five games. Their away record, however, is concerning, as they have not won any of their last five away games. Baylor has had a mixed bag of results as well, with a home record of 3-4 and an away record of 1-2 in their recent games.

In terms of their previous meetings, Cincinnati and Baylor have faced each other twice in the 2025 season, with each team winning once. Cincinnati won their last encounter, which took place on February 26, 2025, with a close score of 69-67, while Baylor had previously defeated Cincinnati 68-48 on January 8, 2025.

Injury reports did not indicate any significant player absences affecting either team for this game, allowing both squads to field their key players. The game was priced by DraftKings, with Cincinnati favored by a spread of -3.5. The total points for the game was set at 145.5, with the over odds at -115.0 and under odds at -105.0. Cincinnati's moneyline was -185.0, while Baylor's was at 154.0.

The conditions for the game were typical for a January evening in Cincinnati, with a moderate crowd supporting the Bearcats at their home venue. Fans were treated to a competitive game that saw Cincinnati pull away in the second half, ultimately securing the win.

Key moments in the second half included free throws from Day Day Thomas and Cameron Carr, along with a dunk from Dan Skillings Jr., which helped Cincinnati maintain their lead. Tounde Yessoufou also contributed with a floating jump shot that kept the momentum in favor of the Bearcats as they closed out the game.

Overall, this victory is a significant boost for Cincinnati as they look to build momentum moving forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CIN -3.5	145.5 o -115 / u -105	Baylor Bears +154 · Cincinnati Bearcats -185

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Leaders

PointsBaba Miller18Cincinnati Bearcats
AssistsDay Day Thomas4Cincinnati Bearcats
ReboundsBaba Miller17Cincinnati Bearcats
PointsTounde Yessoufou16Baylor Bears
AssistsCameron Carr4Baylor Bears
ReboundsTounde Yessoufou7Baylor Bears

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