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Baylor Basketball Targeting Overtime Elite 2027 5-Star Forward

Scott Drew and the Baylor Bears have signed at least one five-star prospect in every recruiting class, dating back to the 2021 cycle. Baylor has yet to get a five-star commitment in the 2026 cycle — that streak could end — but the Bears are still trying to gain a commitment from five-star PG Dylan Mingo.

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Tyce Armstrong Makes NCAA History with Three Grand Slams in Baylor Debut

Tyce Armstrong not only made Baylor history on Friday night, but also NCAA history with his three grand slam game against New Mexico State. A single grand slam in a game is rare.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 13

Baylor Bears in the NBA as All-Star Weekend is Here

The 2025-2026 NBA season has reached the All-Star break in Los Angeles and with the recent trade deadline passing, it’s time for an update on how former Baylor Bears men’s basketball players are faring this season (stats through 2/12).

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 13

Baylor Baseball Announces Opening Weekend Rotation, How to See the Bears in Action

Following three straight losing seasons, Baylor baseball had a winning season in 2025, going 33-22. Now, Mitch Thompson's club is looking to break through and make the NCAA Tournament this season.

TCU Leaves Baylor Women's Basketball with Questions to Answer

The TCU Horned Frogs increase their streak to four games against the Lady Bears. PG Olivia Miles plays the villain in the packed Foster Pavilion, scoring 24 in the third quarter and leading the Horned Frogs to a 83-67 victory.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 12

4 Baylor Bears Get Invited to the NFL Draft Combine

With the Seahawks winning the Super Bowl this past weekend, we have now reached the offseason. And we move onwards to the NFL draft and the NFL combine.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 11

Baylor Lands in Top 25 of Latest 2027 On3 Recruiting Rankings

Now that the 2026 recruiting cycle is officially complete with passing of National Signing Day last week, the limelight now shifts to the 2027 class. It is still very early in the process for the rising high school juniors, but a plethora of names have committed and thousands more remain undecided.

Dave Aranda News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 11

Baylor Football Roundtable: Four Big Questions Surrounding Dave Aranda

Football season just ended, and yet still feels like it is right around the corner. Dave Aranda’s name was in the news cycle this week as someone who could be a name to watch in the coaching carousel, so we took a few of our experts to get a gauge on where everything sits with Aranda and what he could do to save his job.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 11

Robert Wright Leaves Baylor Wondering What Could Have Been

Robert Wright III walked onto the court about 30 minutes before tip off on Tuesday night just to take in the scene. Wright, of course, is an impact player at point guard for his team, and holds freshman records for assists for Baylor both for a season and in a single game.

College Football News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 11

Baylor Finishes Near the Bottom of On3's Big 12 Final 2026 Recruiting Rankings

With National Signing Day passing by, the college football world has officially entered the offseason to prepare for the 2026 season. Before we fully close the book, let’s take a look at where Baylor landed in On3's final team recruiting rankings for Big 12 teams.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 11

A Look Back at how Baylor's 2025 Defensive Recruits Fared

With the 2026 National Signing Day passing recently, it’s time to look back at how the 2025 high school recruiting class fared for the Baylor Bears during the 2025 season.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 11

Grading Each Baylor Bear's Performance in the Loss to BYU

The Bears dug the hole a little too deep yet again against the BYU Cougars, losing 99-94 in front of a great crowd. Here is how the Bears' roster performed: It was a tale of two halves for the Bear's star player.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 10

Key Takeaways from Robert Wright Getting the Last Laugh Over Baylor

Baylor basketball knew their assignment, they are running out of time to make a run at the NCAA Tournament. Tuesday night’s game saw them return to their home floor against the BYU Cougars led by their superstar AJ Dybantsa.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 10

Five Key Games For The Remainder of Baylor Women's Basketball Season

After a 21-4 start, 10-2 in conference, the girls look to have a big chance in the tournament this year. They have a few tough-ranked games in the next month that could really impact the spot they get put in.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 10

Scott Drew Calls Out His Home Crowd Before Game Against Robert Wright III and BYU

You may have heard by this point that there’s a big basketball game in Waco tonight between the Baylor Bears and BYU Cougars. Baylor is coming off a disappointing loss to Iowa State, where a late comeback fell just short against the Cyclones.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 10

Preview, Final Score Prediction for Baylor Basketball vs. No. 22 BYU

The Bears won two of their last three games, but Baylor dug itself a big hole and it needs a big win on its resume. That could begin Tuesday night, hosting No.

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 10

A Look Back at Baylor's 2025 Offensive Recruiting Class

With National Signing Day recently passing, it’s now been a smidge over a year since the 2025 recruiting class stepped foot on campus in Waco, Texas. As

Baylor Bears News / Baylor Bears on SI / February 10

Baylor Basketball Mentioned as Team with Work To Do

There’s no way around it. Baylor basketball is in trouble. They have struggled all season to the point where they have no margin for error. This is not a conversation about getting a good seed in the NCAA Tournament, or a favorable draw.

Jay Bilas News / Yardbarker / January 28

Jay Bilas believes college basketball's eligibility problem actually 'not that big of a deal'

The NCAA has an eligibility problem on its hands, and it has become very apparent in college basketball. But Jay Bilas doesn't think so.

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Baylor Bears News / Heartland College Sports / January 25

Baylor Picks Up Indiana DL Hosea Wheeler Amid JUCO Eligibility Lawsuit

The Baylor Bears have made a nice portal addition with Indiana defensive lineman Hosea Wheeler reportedly set to head to Waco, according to On3. However,