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Top recruit Lewis Uvwo, a 6‑11 center known for elite shot‑blocking, is touring Baylor as part of a multi‑school visit, drawn by coach Scott Drew’s proven NBA pipeline and the program’s culture of joy.
An October 18 preseason game in Jacksonville will showcase Florida’s loaded roster and Baylor’s fresh talent under veteran coaches
Jared Nuness, a longtime Baylor assistant coach, resigned in December citing health reasons before the NCAA imposed a two‑year show‑cause penalty for sports betting violations.
Moussa Kamissoko, a 6‑7 stretch forward from Glen Head, NY, will tour Baylor on October 16 as part of a nine‑school recruitment swing that could reshape the Bears’ frontcourt for years to come.
The Bears will welcome the Illini to State Farm Center on October 23, marking their first meeting since 2020 and setting the stage for a season that could reshape both programs.
On December 19, the University of Washington will welcome Baylor to Climate Pledge Arena as part of a new holiday basketball tournament, reviving a series of contests that have spanned decades.
Baylor’s men’s basketball program will travel to Montreal in August 2026 for a five‑day foreign tour featuring two closed‑door scrimmages against Concordia and Bishop’s Universities. The trip aims to blend returning star Isaac Williams IV with new transfers and top prospects, while veteran coach Scott Drew looks to build on last season’s semifinal run.
Grand Canyon University announces a 32‑game regular‑season schedule that blends home‑and‑home series with top‑tier opponents, featuring key returnees, new transfers and a coaching transition, setting the stage for a deep run in March.
The University of Memphis basketball program has announced a demanding non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 campaign, featuring a home‑and‑home series with Grand Canyon University, an early‑season clash with Baylor, and a neutral‑site opener against Iowa State in Sioux Falls. The lineup reflects Coach Bryce Drew’s intent to test his squad against top competition as it aims to extend its recent March Madness streak.
Baylor’s 15‑game nonconference slate pits the Bears against a gauntlet of Power Five opponents, with only one true road test before conference play.
After more than a century of competition, the Baylor Bears and Texas Longhorns are set to meet again in November 2024, reviving a rivalry that has shaped recruiting pipelines and March Madness pedigrees for both programs.
Baylor’s basketball team earns a national academic award and sees three of its stars named to the NABC Honors Court, highlighting a growing emphasis on classroom success in college sports.
A recent survey maps the primary sports passions of the nation's leading colleges, revealing how football and basketball shape tradition, fan devotion and institutional pride across campuses from the East Coast to the West Coast.
TJ Jamison, a highly ranked point guard from Louisiana, has pledged to Baylor University, while the University of Iowa continues its pursuit of two other elite prospects scheduled to visit soon.
The nation's No. 34 overall prospect and No. 11 point guard, TJ Jamison, pledged to Baylor, while Iowa continues its pursuit of two other elite point guards scheduled to visit campus soon.
The NCAA's five-year eligibility rule is expected to compress scholarship opportunities for mid-tier prospects in the 2027 class, prompting coaches to adjust strategies and players to reconsider traditional power‑conference pathways.
In a highly anticipated decision, Tyrone Jamison, a top‑ranked prospect from Louisiana, announced his commitment to Baylor for the class of 2027, narrowing his choice from a list that included LSU, USC, Oklahoma, Iowa and Miami.
CBS Sports analyst John Rothstein placed the Baylor Bears 10th in his Big 12 preseason rankings, a placement that has sparked criticism. Despite a lackluster 2025 campaign, the Bears have added key transfers and retained a core group of players, positioning them for a potential rebound.
Analyst John Rothstein's Big 12 Power Rankings placed Baylor at No. 10, sparking debate over offseason moves and future prospects.
Texas and Baylor are set to meet on November 15 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, renewing a rivalry that dates back decades and promises benefits for recruiting and the state's college basketball landscape.
The Longhorns and Bears are set to meet on November 15 in San Antonio, reviving a storied series that has long benefited recruiting and the state’s basketball reputation.
Texas is set to face Baylor at the Frost Bank Center, while also scheduling exhibition games against a slate of opponents including Arizona State, SMU and St. John’s.
The Baylor Bears and Texas Longhorns are set to meet on November 15 at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio for a historic showcase game that marks the 264th encounter in a rivalry spanning more than a century.
The upcoming clash pits the University of Texas against Baylor in a highly anticipated basketball contest that highlights historic series dominance and local fan connections.