KEY POINTS
- No. 20 Texas Tech secured an 87-56 victory over No. 15 Baylor.
- Snudda Collins led the Lady Raiders with 23 points off the bench.
- The win moves Texas Tech within one game of the conference lead.
Texas Tech delivered a statement victory on Wednesday night. The Lady Raiders hosted the Baylor Bears in Lubbock. Both teams entered the contest with high national rankings. No. 20 Texas Tech proved far too strong for No. 15 Baylor. The home team secured a massive 87-56 win.
This result reshapes the top of the Big 12 standings. Snudda Collins provided a major spark for the victors. She started the game on the bench. However, her impact was immediate and powerful. Collins finished the night with 23 points. She led all scorers in the dominant performance.
Her shooting helped the Lady Raiders pull away early. Bailey Maupin also played a critical role in the win. She contributed 22 points to the final tally. The duo combined for 45 of the team’s total points. Baylor struggled to maintain pace with the fast offense.
The Bears could not find their defensive rhythm in the arena. This win keeps Texas Tech close to the conference leaders. They are now just one game behind first place. This victory adds a significant win to their resume. Fans in Lubbock celebrated the one-sided outcome.
The rivalry match lived up to the local excitement. Elsewhere in the Big 12, No. 12 TCU remained on top. The Horned Frogs traveled to face Houston on Wednesday. They secured a comfortable 72-50 road victory. Marta Suarez led the way for the winning side.
Suarez recorded 21 points and nine rebounds during the game. Olivia Miles also filled the stat sheet for TCU. She tallied 18 points and six rebounds. Miles added four assists and three steals to her performance. The Horned Frogs improved their record to 24-4.
They currently hold a one-game lead in the league. Houston continues to struggle in conference play. The Cougars have now lost five games in a row. They were unable to slow down the TCU attack. Kyndall Hunter provided a highlight for the home team.
She scored 20 points in the losing effort. The Big Ten also saw significant action during the evening. No. 18 Michigan State hosted Northwestern in East Lansing. The Spartans crossed the 100-point mark in the rout. They finished the game with a 104-68 win.
Five different players scored at least ten points for Michigan State. Grace VanSlooten matched her season high for the Spartans. She finished the contest with 22 points. Kennedy Blair recorded a double-double in the victory. She had 17 points and ten assists.
Blair also grabbed seven rebounds for the home side. Minnesota produced one of the biggest upsets of the night. They faced No. 6 Ohio State on their home court. The Golden Gophers took control in the third quarter. They earned a hard-fought win over the Buckeyes.
Sophie Hart and Mara Braun led the charge for Minnesota. The pair each scored 18 points during the game. Amaya Battle contributed 13 points and 12 rebounds. Ohio State tried to mount a late comeback. Jaloni Cambridge scored 23 points for the visitors.
The Buckeyes never regained the lead in the second half. These results shake up the national rankings this week. Several top teams faced difficult challenges on the road. Texas Tech and TCU proved their strength in Texas. Michigan State showed their scoring potential.
Teams now look toward the final games of the season. Conference tournaments will begin in just a few weeks. Every win matters for seeding and momentum. Players are pushing their limits to secure postseason spots. The race for the championship remains open.
