Baylor Bears fall to Texas Tech Lady Raiders

No. 15 Bears lose second straight game to No. 20 Lady Raiders

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The Baylor Bears women's basketball team suffered a lopsided loss to the Texas Tech Lady Raiders on Wednesday, marking their second straight defeat against their Big 12 Conference rival. The No. 15 Bears were unable to overcome an early deficit against the No. 20 Lady Raiders, ending their 31-game winning streak against Texas Tech.

Why it matters

This loss is a setback for the Baylor Bears, who were previously dominant against Texas Tech. It raises questions about the team's ability to bounce back and compete at the highest level in the Big 12 this season.

The details

The Bears fell behind early and were unable to climb out of the hole, ultimately losing by a significant margin to the Lady Raiders. This marks the second straight defeat for Baylor against their conference foe, a stark contrast to their previous 31-game winning streak against Texas Tech.

  • The game was played on Wednesday, February 19, 2026.

The players

Baylor Bears

The women's basketball team from Baylor University, a top-ranked program in the Big 12 Conference.

Texas Tech Lady Raiders

The women's basketball team from Texas Tech University, a ranked opponent in the Big 12 Conference.

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The takeaway

This loss highlights the competitive nature of the Big 12 Conference and the challenges the Baylor Bears face in maintaining their dominance against tough opponents like the Texas Tech Lady Raiders.