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Baylor's Embarrassing Streak vs the Houston Cougars Continues
- Houston tops Baylor 77-64 in a Big 12 showdown, extending the Cougars' season-long edge over the Bears.
- Houston flipped the game with a 42-29 second half, turning a tight contest into a comfortable win.
- Baylor started fast but struggled after halftime, dropping to a sub-.500 conference record this season.
- Joseph Tugler provided a key second-half boost, finishing with a team-high plus/minus of +22.
- Houston leveraged its frontcourt depth, increasing production after halftime to pull away.
- The Cougars defense limited Baylor during the second half, contributing to the comeback.
- Houston's 5-2 all-time series edge against Baylor highlights the program's Big 12 success since joining the league.
- Houston's second-half surge is a recurring theme against Baylor in recent meetings.
- The 2026 matchup keeps Baylor under pressure entering the Big 12 Tournament.
- The game was played in Houston, at Fertitta Center, reflecting Houston’s home-court advantage.
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