Texas Tech Defeats Baylor 76-74 in Big 12 Semifinal; Omier Scores 29 Points, Bears Await NCAA Seed

In a closely contested semifinal match of the Big 12 tournament, Texas Tech edged out Baylor with a final score of 76-74. The Red Raiders showcased an impressive shooting performance, particularly from beyond the arc, hitting 12 three-pointers at a rate of 63%. The game saw Texas Tech leading 52-39 at halftime, marking the most points scored in a half against Baylor this season. Norchad Omier led the Bears with 29 points, while VJ Edgecombe's last-second three-pointer attempt to tie the game bounced off the backboard, sealing Baylor's exit from the tournament. The Bears, who finished the game with a record of 19-14, will await their NCAA tournament seed and destination announcement on Sunday. The second half saw Baylor improve defensively, outscoring Texas Tech 35-24, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit.