Baylor Bears Defeat San Diego State Aztecs 91-81
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 10:30 PM ET · Michelob ULTRA Arena
Baylor Bears 91, San Diego State Aztecs 81, 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 San Diego State Aztecs?
Baylor Bears beat San Diego State Aztecs 91-81 at Michelob ULTRA Arena on November 26, 2025.
Who was favored in Baylor Bears vs San Diego State Aztecs?
Baylor Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In an exciting matchup at the Michelob ULTRA Arena, the Baylor Bears triumphed over the San Diego State Aztecs with a final score of 91-81. This game showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with Baylor entering the contest with a solid away record of 5-1, while San Diego State struggled at 3-3. The Bears' performance was particularly noteworthy given their recent form, which included a record of 7-3 over their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss to St. John's Red Storm just two days prior.
The game began with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. San Diego State had averaged 75.2 points per game over their last ten outings, while allowing 71.5. In contrast, Baylor had a slightly higher scoring average of 76.7 points but also allowed 71.7 points per game. The Aztecs had a home record of 4-2, indicating they had been competitive at home, but their recent form had been inconsistent, with a last five record of 3-2 and an average of 81.6 points scored against 76.8 allowed.
Baylor's away record of 1-1 suggested they had faced challenges on the road, but their last five games showed a stronger performance with a record of 4-1 and an impressive average of 86.0 points scored, albeit with 80.2 points allowed. This offensive prowess was on display as they built a lead over the Aztecs during the game.
The scoring plays in the second half highlighted Baylor's offensive depth. Key moments included a dunk by Tounde Yessoufou, followed by a three-point jumper from Reese Dixon-Waters, which helped the Bears extend their lead. The Aztecs fought back with their own three-point shots, but Baylor maintained their composure and continued to score crucial points, including free throws from Cameron Carr.
Baylor's ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities proved decisive. They managed to pull away in the second half, with significant contributions from players like Yessoufou and Dixon-Waters, who consistently found ways to score. The Bears' final scoring run included multiple free throws that sealed their victory.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams suggests that they fielded their strongest lineups. The market had Baylor favored by 2.5 points according to DraftKings, indicating that they were expected to win, which they did convincingly.
The conditions in the arena appeared to favor a high-scoring affair, and the total was set at 148.5, reflecting expectations for a competitive game. Ultimately, Baylor's ability to execute their game plan and respond effectively to San Diego State's challenges was the key to their success in this matchup.
As the game concluded, Baylor's victory not only highlighted their offensive capabilities but also underscored the importance of maintaining momentum in their upcoming fixtures. San Diego State, while showing flashes of brilliance, will need to regroup and address their defensive lapses as they look to improve their record moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BAY -2.5 | 148.5 o -110 / u -110 | Baylor Bears -135 · San Diego State Aztecs +114 |
Leaders
- PointsMiles Byrd13San Diego State Aztecs
- AssistsSean Newman Jr.6San Diego State Aztecs
- ReboundsJeremiah Oden7San Diego State Aztecs
- PointsTounde Yessoufou18Baylor Bears
- AssistsDan Skillings Jr.5Baylor Bears
- ReboundsDan Skillings Jr.8Baylor Bears
Recent form
San Diego State Aztecs
Last 10: 6-4Streak W175.2 scored · 71.5 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W97-80at Oregon DucksNov 26
- L54-94at Michigan WolverinesNov 25
- L107-108vs Troy TrojansNov 19
- W73-57vs Idaho State BengalsNov 9
- W77-45vs Long Beach State BeachNov 5
- L52-62vs Boise State BroncosMar 13
- W80-61vs Nevada Wolf PackMar 9
- L67-74at UNLV RebelsMar 5
- W72-69at Wyoming CowboysMar 2
- W73-65vs New Mexico LobosFeb 26
Baylor Bears
Last 10: 7-3Streak L176.7 scored · 71.7 allowed per game1-1 away
- L81-96vs St. John's Red StormNov 25
- W81-74vs Creighton BluejaysNov 24
- W94-81vs Tarleton State TexansNov 15
- W78-69vs Washington HuskiesNov 10
- W96-81vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosNov 4
- L74-76at Texas Tech Red RaidersMar 13
- W70-56vs Kansas State WildcatsMar 12
- L61-65vs Houston CougarsMar 9
- W61-58at TCU Horned FrogsMar 5
- W71-61vs Oklahoma State CowboysMar 2
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Baylor Bears | San Diego State Aztecs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-57 | 28-59 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 9-23 | 11-26 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 42 |
| Free throws | 22-30 | 14-17 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 23 |
| Assists | 18 | 20 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 26 |
| Fouls | 14 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 18 | 5 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half53-54Taj DeGourville made Jumper. Assisted by Sean Newman Jr..
- 2nd Half56-54Obi Agbim made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tounde Yessoufou.
- 2nd Half58-54Isaac Williams IV made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-54Isaac Williams IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-54Isaac Williams IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-54Dan Skillings Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-54Tounde Yessoufou made Layup. Assisted by Isaac Williams IV.
- 2nd Half65-54Isaac Williams IV made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-55Elzie Harrington made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-55Dan Skillings Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-55Dan Skillings Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-57Pharaoh Compton made Dunk. Assisted by Taj DeGourville.
- 2nd Half69-59Pharaoh Compton made Layup. Assisted by Taj DeGourville.
- 2nd Half70-59Caden Powell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-59Obi Agbim made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dan Skillings Jr..
- 2nd Half76-59Cameron Carr made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Obi Agbim.
- 2nd Half76-61BJ Davis made Jumper.
- 2nd Half76-62BJ Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-62Caden Powell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-62Caden Powell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-62Cameron Carr made Layup.
- 2nd Half80-63Sean Newman Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-64Sean Newman Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-66Miles Byrd made Layup.
- 2nd Half80-67Miles Byrd made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-69BJ Davis made Dunk. Assisted by Miles Byrd.
- 2nd Half81-69Obi Agbim made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-69Obi Agbim made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-71Sean Newman Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half82-72Sean Newman Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-72Tounde Yessoufou made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-72Tounde Yessoufou made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-72Tounde Yessoufou made Dunk. Assisted by Dan Skillings Jr..
- 2nd Half86-75Reese Dixon-Waters made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Miles Byrd.
- 2nd Half87-75Cameron Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-78Miles Byrd made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sean Newman Jr..
- 2nd Half89-78Tounde Yessoufou made Layup. Assisted by Obi Agbim.
- 2nd Half89-81Reese Dixon-Waters made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sean Newman Jr..
- 2nd Half90-81Cameron Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half91-81Cameron Carr made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours San Diego State Aztecs, below favours Baylor Bears.
Venue
- Michelob ULTRA ArenaLas Vegas, NV
- OfficialsRandy McCall, Verne Harris, Isaac Barnett
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