Baylor Bears Defeat West Virginia Mountaineers 63-53
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Hope Coliseum
Baylor Bears 63, West Virginia Mountaineers 53, 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 West Virginia Mountaineers?
Baylor Bears beat West Virginia Mountaineers 63-53 at Hope Coliseum on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Baylor Bears vs West Virginia Mountaineers?
West Virginia Mountaineers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The underdog won.
In a significant matchup in the NCAAB, the Baylor Bears secured a 63-53 victory over the West Virginia Mountaineers at Hope Coliseum. This win marks a critical moment for Baylor, who had been struggling recently, while West Virginia faced challenges in their performance leading up to this game.
The Mountaineers entered the contest with a home record of 14-8 and had recently shown some promise, winning six of their last ten games, including a narrow victory against Kansas State on January 28, where they won 59-54. However, they had also suffered heavy defeats, such as the 53-88 loss to Arizona on January 24. In their last five games, West Virginia had a record of 3-2, averaging 61.4 points scored and allowing 68.6 points per game.
On the other hand, the Bears came into the game with a record of 12-9 and had been struggling, with a record of 3-7 over their last ten games. They were on a four-game losing streak, having lost to Cincinnati 57-67 just days prior to this matchup. Baylor's recent form included an impressive offensive display against Arlington Baptist, where they won 124-61, but they had also faced significant challenges against tougher opponents, averaging 78.9 points scored and 75.9 points allowed over their last ten games.
In terms of home versus away performance, West Virginia had a strong home record of 5-0 in their last five home games, while Baylor had only managed a 2-4 record at home during the same stretch, indicating a disparity in their performances in familiar settings. The Bears had a disappointing away record of 1-3 in their last five away games, which contributed to their overall struggles this season.
The two teams had met once before in the current season, with Baylor winning that encounter 74-71 on February 15, 2025. This previous victory would have given Baylor some confidence heading into their latest clash. However, the injury picture for both teams was not detailed in the provided information, leaving uncertainty about any key players missing from the lineup.
The betting market prior to the game indicated that West Virginia was favored, with odds from DraftKings showing a spread of -2.5 in favor of the Mountaineers and a total set at 139.5. The home money line was listed at -155.0, while the away money line for Baylor was at 130.0, reflecting the expectation of a closely contested game.
Conditions during the game were not detailed, but the stakes were high for both teams. Viewers were advised to watch for how Baylor's offensive strategy unfolded, particularly with players like Chance Moore, who contributed significantly to the scoreline with key free throws and layups. The Bears' ability to maintain a lead in the second half was crucial, as they managed to extend their advantage with scoring plays from Obi Agbim and Brenen Lorient.
Ultimately, Baylor's victory over West Virginia not only adds to their confidence but also highlights the challenges the Mountaineers face as they look to improve their season. The final score of 63-53 reflects a hard-fought game, with Baylor demonstrating resilience despite their recent struggles.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WVU -2.5 | 139.5 o -105 / u -115 | Baylor Bears +130 · West Virginia Mountaineers -155 |
Leaders
- PointsBrenen Lorient19West Virginia Mountaineers
- AssistsHonor Huff4West Virginia Mountaineers
- ReboundsJasper Floyd9West Virginia Mountaineers
- PointsCameron Carr16Baylor Bears
- AssistsObi Agbim4Baylor Bears
- ReboundsCameron Carr12Baylor Bears
Recent form
West Virginia Mountaineers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W168.8 scored · 69.8 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W59-54vs Kansas State WildcatsJan 28
- L53-88at Arizona WildcatsJan 24
- W75-63at Arizona State Sun DevilsJan 22
- W72-61vs Colorado BuffaloesJan 17
- L48-77at Houston CougarsJan 14
- W86-75vs Kansas JayhawksJan 10
- W62-60vs Cincinnati BearcatsJan 7
- L59-80at Iowa State CyclonesJan 3
- W86-51vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsDec 23
- L88-89at Ohio State BuckeyesDec 14
Baylor Bears
Last 10: 3-7Streak L478.9 scored · 75.9 allowed per game1-3 away
- L57-67at Cincinnati BearcatsJan 28
- L90-97vs TCU Horned FrogsJan 24
- L73-92vs Texas Tech Red RaidersJan 21
- L62-80at Kansas JayhawksJan 17
- W94-79at Oklahoma State CowboysJan 14
- L55-77vs Houston CougarsJan 10
- L60-70vs Iowa State CyclonesJan 8
- L63-69at TCU Horned FrogsJan 3
- W124-61vs Arlington Baptist PatriotsDec 29
- W111-67vs Southern JaguarsDec 21
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 | West Virginia Mountaineers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-55 | 18-50 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 9-22 | 5-19 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 26 |
| Free throws | 4-5 | 12-18 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 20 |
| Assists | 12 | 10 |
| Steals | 6 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 26 |
| Fouls | 13 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 92 | 6 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half21-22Dan Skillings Jr. makes driving layup
- 1st Half24-22Cameron Carr makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 1st Half25-22Cameron Carr makes free throw 1 of 1
- 1st Half25-23Jasper Floyd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half25-24Jasper Floyd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half28-24Dan Skillings Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tounde Yessoufou assists)
- 1st Half30-24Cameron Carr makes 6-foot dunk
- 1st Half32-24Tounde Yessoufou makes layup
- 1st Half32-26Brenen Lorient makes 5-foot dunk (Jasper Floyd assists)
- 1st Half35-26Tounde Yessoufou makes 23-foot three point jumper (Obi Agbim assists)
- 1st Half35-27Brenen Lorient makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half35-28Brenen Lorient makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half38-28Michael Rataj makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dan Skillings Jr. assists)
- 1st Half38-30Brenen Lorient makes 5-foot dunk (Honor Huff assists)
- 2nd Half40-30Cameron Carr makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half42-30Dan Skillings Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-31Harlan Obioha makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-33Harlan Obioha makes layup (Honor Huff assists)
- 2nd Half43-33Cameron Carr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-35Brenen Lorient makes layup (Honor Huff assists)
- 2nd Half43-38Brenen Lorient makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jasper Floyd assists)
- 2nd Half45-38Dan Skillings Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-40Brenen Lorient makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half47-40Obi Agbim makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-41Brenen Lorient makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-42Brenen Lorient makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-44Chance Moore makes layup
- 2nd Half48-44Caden Powell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-44Caden Powell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-44Tounde Yessoufou makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half51-46Chance Moore makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half54-46Obi Agbim makes 22-foot three point jumper (Cameron Carr assists)
- 2nd Half54-47Chance Moore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-49Chance Moore makes layup (Brenen Lorient assists)
- 2nd Half57-49Obi Agbim makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cameron Carr assists)
- 2nd Half57-51Brenen Lorient makes layup (Honor Huff assists)
- 2nd Half59-51Cameron Carr makes layup (Obi Agbim assists)
- 2nd Half61-51Tounde Yessoufou makes 5-foot dunk (Obi Agbim assists)
- 2nd Half63-51Isaac Williams IV makes layup
- 2nd Half63-53Jasper Floyd makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours West Virginia Mountaineers, below favours Baylor Bears.
Venue
- Hope ColiseumMorgantown, WV
- Attendance13251
- OfficialsDeron White, Mike Reed, Edwin Young
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