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How Baylor Will SHOCK THE WORLD, Upset No. 1 Duke in MASSIVE Cooper Flagg vs. VJ Edgecombe Matchup!
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How Baylor Will SHOCK THE WORLD, Upset No. 1 Duke in MASSIVE Cooper Flagg vs. VJ Edgecombe Matchup!

Locked On Baylor - Daily Podcast on Baylor Bears Football & Basketball

March 22, 202526m 48s

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Show Notes

Baylor's offensive rebounding dominance against Mississippi State provides a crucial blueprint for upsetting No. 1 Duke, especially in the highly anticipated V.J. Edgecombe vs. Cooper Flagg matchup. Here's how:

  • Second Chance Opportunities:
    • Baylor's ability to generate second-chance points through offensive rebounds can disrupt Duke's rhythm and create scoring opportunities, even against their formidable defense.
    • Extra possessions are key in a tight tournament game.
  • Disrupting Duke's Defense:
    • Aggressive offensive rebounding forces Duke to expend extra energy on defense, potentially leading to defensive lapses and foul trouble.
    • This can take Duke out of their normal game.
  • Edgecombe vs. Flagg Impact:
    • In the highly anticipated Edgecombe vs. Flagg matchup, Baylor's offensive rebounding can provide Edgecombe with extra possessions to showcase his athleticism and scoring ability.
    • Extra scoring opportunities are always important in a star player matchup.
  • Controlling the Pace:
    • By securing offensive rebounds, Baylor can control the pace of the game, limiting Duke's transition opportunities and forcing them into half-court sets.
    • Controlling the pace of the game is very important in the tournament.
  • Mental Edge:
    • Dominating the offensive glass can demoralize opponents, giving Baylor a mental edge and boosting their confidence.
    • Mental toughness is a huge part of the NCAA tournament.   
  • Exploiting Potential Weakness:
    • Duke, while very talented, can at times have lapses in defensive rebounding. Baylor can exploit this.

Essentially, Baylor's offensive rebounding prowess can be a game-changer, leveling the playing field against a highly favored Duke team.

 


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