Baylor Bears Dominate Utah Utes in Final Showdown
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · Foster Pavilion
Baylor Bears 101, Utah Utes 75, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Utah Utes vs Baylor Bears?
Baylor Bears beat Utah Utes 101-75 at Foster Pavilion on March 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Utah Utes vs Baylor Bears?
Baylor Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1200 (about 92% implied). The favorite won.
The Baylor Bears delivered a commanding performance against the Utah Utes, winning decisively with a final score of 101-75. This matchup showcased Baylor's strong home advantage at Foster Pavilion, where they have historically performed well against the Utes, having won all previous encounters between the two teams this season.
Baylor's recent form heading into this game included a mixed record of 4 wins and 6 losses over their last 10 games, with an average of 76.1 points scored and 78.1 points allowed per game. Their last outing resulted in a loss against the Houston Cougars, where they fell 64-77. Despite this setback, they had previously secured a narrow victory against the UCF Knights, winning 87-86. In their last five games, Baylor averaged 75.6 points scored and 81.6 points allowed, indicating a struggle with defensive consistency.
On the other hand, the Utah Utes entered this game with a challenging season, holding a record of 10-21. Their recent form was particularly concerning, as they had lost 9 of their last 10 games, with their only win coming against the West Virginia Mountaineers. The Utes averaged 63.7 points scored and allowed 72.7 points over their last 10 games. Their last game resulted in a loss to the Colorado Buffaloes, where they were defeated 78-92. In their last five games, Utah averaged 65.8 points scored and 73.8 points allowed, highlighting their struggles on both ends of the court.
Baylor's home record this season stood at 16-15, while Utah's away record was 10-21, further emphasizing the disparity in performance between the two teams. The Bears had a home record of 2-3 in their last five games, while the Utes had a dismal away record of 1-3.
In terms of previous meetings, Baylor had dominated Utah in their earlier encounters this season, winning both matchups decisively. The first meeting took place on December 31, 2025, where Baylor triumphed 81-56 at home. The second meeting occurred on January 25, 2026, where Baylor again emerged victorious with a score of 76-61 in Utah.
Injury concerns were not highlighted in the provided facts, suggesting that both teams fielded their best available players for this crucial matchup. The betting market reflected Baylor's strong position, with DraftKings setting the odds at BAY -13.5, indicating a clear expectation of Baylor's dominance in this matchup. The total points line was set at 148.5, with both the over and under priced at -110.0, suggesting that a high-scoring game was anticipated.
The conditions for the game were favorable, with no adverse weather or venue issues reported, allowing both teams to focus solely on their performance. Viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess from Baylor, who not only controlled the game but also showcased their ability to score efficiently. Key moments in the second half included James Nnaji's layup and subsequent free throws, as well as contributions from Will Kuykendall and Seydou Traore, who helped extend Baylor's lead.
Overall, the game served as a testament to Baylor's strength at home and their ability to capitalize on Utah's struggles. The Bears' victory solidified their dominance in the series against the Utes, leaving little doubt about their superiority in this matchup.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BAY -13.5 | 148.5 o -110 / u -110 | Utah Utes +750 · Baylor Bears -1200 |
Leaders
- PointsTounde Yessoufou26Baylor Bears
- AssistsCaden Powell5Baylor Bears
- ReboundsTounde Yessoufou5Baylor Bears
- PointsDon McHenry20Utah Utes
- AssistsTerrence Brown5Utah Utes
- ReboundsDon McHenry4Utah Utes
Recent form
Baylor Bears
Last 10: 4-6Streak L176.1 scored · 78.1 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L64-77at Houston CougarsMar 5
- W87-86at UCF KnightsMar 1
- L80-87vs Arizona WildcatsFeb 25
- W73-68vs Arizona State Sun DevilsFeb 21
- L74-90at Kansas State WildcatsFeb 18
- L71-82vs Louisville CardinalsFeb 14
- L94-99vs BYU CougarsFeb 11
- L69-72at Iowa State CyclonesFeb 7
- W86-67vs Colorado BuffaloesFeb 5
- W63-53at West Virginia MountaineersJan 31
Utah Utes
Last 10: 1-9Streak L463.7 scored · 72.7 allowed per game1-3 away
- L78-92vs Colorado BuffaloesMar 4
- L60-73at Arizona State Sun DevilsFeb 28
- L59-75vs Iowa State CyclonesFeb 25
- L71-73vs UCF KnightsFeb 22
- W61-56at West Virginia MountaineersFeb 19
- L65-69at Cincinnati BearcatsFeb 15
- L52-66vs Houston CougarsFeb 11
- L59-71at Kansas JayhawksFeb 7
- L63-71vs Arizona State Sun DevilsFeb 5
- L69-81vs Oklahoma State CowboysJan 31
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 | Utah Utes | Baylor Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-48 | 40-65 |
| Field goal % | 60 | 62 |
| Three-pointers | 7-14 | 8-18 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 44 |
| Free throws | 10-11 | 13-15 |
| Free throw % | 91 | 87 |
| Rebounds | 19 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 13 | 14 |
| Assists | 15 | 22 |
| Steals | 3 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 3 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 31 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 58 |
| Fouls | 14 | 9 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 30 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 1 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-64Terrence Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-64Terrence Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-65Obi Agbim makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-66Obi Agbim makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-68Dan Skillings Jr. makes 2-foot jumper (Cameron Carr assists)
- 2nd Half47-68Don McHenry makes 25-foot three point jumper (Seydou Traore assists)
- 2nd Half47-71Obi Agbim makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cameron Carr assists)
- 2nd Half49-71Kendyl Sanders makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half49-73Obi Agbim makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half51-73Terrence Brown makes layup (Obomate Abbey assists)
- 2nd Half51-74Michael Rataj makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-76Cameron Carr makes 0-foot dunk
- 2nd Half53-76James Okonkwo makes 5-foot jumper (Terrence Brown assists)
- 2nd Half53-77Tounde Yessoufou makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-78Tounde Yessoufou makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-80Dan Skillings Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half53-82Tounde Yessoufou makes 4-foot jumper (James Nnaji assists)
- 2nd Half55-82Terrence Brown makes 3-foot jumper
- 2nd Half57-82Terrence Brown makes layup
- 2nd Half57-84Tounde Yessoufou makes 2-foot dunk (Caden Powell assists)
- 2nd Half57-86Tounde Yessoufou makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half59-86Terrence Brown makes layup
- 2nd Half59-88Cameron Carr makes layup
- 2nd Half61-88Don McHenry makes layup
- 2nd Half61-90Michael Rataj makes layup (Caden Powell assists)
- 2nd Half63-90Keanu Dawes makes 1-foot dunk (Lucas Langarita assists)
- 2nd Half63-92Michael Rataj makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half65-92Keanu Dawes makes 1-foot dunk (Terrence Brown assists)
- 2nd Half65-95Cameron Carr makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half67-95Terrence Brown makes layup
- 2nd Half68-95Seydou Traore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-95Seydou Traore makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-97James Nnaji makes layup
- 2nd Half69-99Will Kuykendall makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half71-99Don McHenry makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half71-100James Nnaji makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-101James Nnaji makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-101Seydou Traore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-101Seydou Traore makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-101Kendyl Sanders makes 4-foot dunk
Win probability
Above the line favours Baylor Bears, below favours Utah Utes.
Venue
- Foster PavilionWaco, TX
- Attendance7011
- OfficialsRandy McCall, Chance Moore, Tommy Johnson
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