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Strategic Maneuvers on the Hardwood

An analytical review of the 2022–23 Baylor Bears men's basketball season, examining tactical decisions, player dynamics, and performance metrics.

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Season Overview

2022–23 Campaign Summary

The 2022–23 season marked the 117th for the Baylor Bears men's basketball program. Competing within the highly competitive Big 12 Conference, the team concluded its regular season with an overall record of 23 wins and 11 losses, including an 11–7 performance in conference play, securing a tie for 3rd place.

Post-season play saw the Bears reach the quarterfinals of the Big 12 Tournament, where they were defeated by Iowa State. Despite this, their strong regular-season performance earned them an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament. They advanced past UC Santa Barbara in the First Round before their journey concluded with a loss to Creighton in the Second Round.

Coaching & Strategic Framework

Under the seasoned leadership of Head Coach Scott Drew, who was in his 20th season, the team operated with a distinct strategic philosophy. The offensive scheme employed was the Motion offense, emphasizing player movement, screens, and passes to create scoring opportunities. Defensively, the team utilized a No-Middle defense, a strategy designed to deny opponents access to the paint and force them towards the baseline.

Coach Drew was supported by a dedicated staff, including Associate Head Coaches Alvin Brooks III (7th season) and John Jakus (6th season), alongside Assistant Coach Jared Nuness (1st season), contributing to the team's tactical execution and player development.

Home Court Advantage: Ferrell Center

The Baylor Bears played their home games at the iconic Ferrell Center in Waco, Texas. This venue served as the team's primary arena, providing a crucial home-court advantage throughout the season. The atmosphere generated by the home crowd at the Ferrell Center often played a significant role in the team's performance, particularly during critical conference matchups.

The Ferrell Center has been a cornerstone of Baylor basketball, witnessing numerous pivotal moments and contributing to the team's identity and success over the years.

Previous Season

2021–22 Performance Review

The 2021–22 season set a high benchmark for the Baylor Bears, as they concluded with an impressive overall record of 27 wins and 7 losses. Their dominance in the Big 12 Conference was evident, finishing with a 14–4 record, which earned them a share of the regular season championship.

This strong performance positioned them as a formidable contender heading into the post-season, reflecting the consistent excellence fostered by the coaching staff and the talent of the roster.

Post-Season Outcomes

Despite their regular-season success, the Bears faced challenges in tournament play during the 2021–22 campaign. They were eliminated in the quarterfinals of the Big 12 Tournament by Oklahoma.

Receiving an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament, they were designated as the No. 1 seed in the East Region. They secured a victory against Norfolk State in the First Round but were subsequently upset by North Carolina in the Second Round, concluding their pursuit of a national title.

Offseason Dynamics

Player Departures

The offseason preceding the 2022–23 season saw several key players depart from the Baylor Bears roster, influencing the team's composition and requiring strategic adjustments. These departures included both NBA draft declarations and graduations.

Baylor Departures
Name Number Pos. Height Weight Year Hometown Reason for Departure
Jeremy Sochan 1 F 6'9" 230 Freshman Milton Keynes, England Declared for 2022 NBA draft
Kendall Brown 2 G/F 6'8" 205 Freshman Cottage Grove, MN Declared for 2022 NBA draft
James Akinjo 11 G 6'1" 190 Senior Oakland, CA Graduated/went undrafted in 2022 NBA draft
Mitchell Paul 14 G 6'0" 175 Senior Leawood, KS Walk-on; graduated
Kijana Love 21 G 6'1" 170 Senior Universal City, TX Walk-on; graduated
Matthew Mayer 24 G/F 6'9" 225 Senior Austin, TX Graduated
Dain Dainja 42 F 6'9" 270 RS Freshman Brooklyn Park, MN Mid-season transferred to Illinois

Incoming Talent & Recruitment

To compensate for departures and bolster the roster, the Baylor Bears actively engaged in recruiting new talent, including both transfers and incoming freshmen. These additions were crucial for maintaining competitive depth and addressing specific team needs.

Incoming Transfers

Name Number Pos. Height Weight Year Hometown Previous School
Jalen Bridges 11 F 6'7" 225 RS Junior Fairmont, WV West Virginia
Dantwan Grimes 12 G 6'1" 175 Sophomore Ocala, FL Kilgore College
Caleb Lohner 33 F 6'8" 235 Sophomore Dallas, TX BYU

2022 Recruiting Class

Name Hometown School Height Weight Commit date
Keyonte George
#4 SG		 Bradenton, FL IMG Academy 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) 185 lb (84 kg) Aug 8, 2021
Recruit ratings: Scout: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rivals: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 247Sports: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ESPN: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (93)
Joshua Ojianwuna
C		 Canberra, AUS NBA Global Academy 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) 230 lb (100 kg) Sep 22, 2021
Recruit ratings: Scout: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rivals: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 247Sports: ⭐⭐⭐ ESPN: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (80)
Overall recruit ranking: Rivals: 14   247Sports: 10

2023 Recruiting Class

Name Hometown School Height Weight Commit date
Ja'Kobe Walter
#2 SG		 McKinney, TX Link Academy 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) 185 lb (84 kg) Jun 22, 2022
Recruit ratings: Scout: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rivals: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 247Sports: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ESPN: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (91)
Miro Little
PG		 Bel Aire, KS Sunrise Christian Academy 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) 185 lb (84 kg) Apr 15, 2022
Recruit ratings: Scout: Rivals: 247Sports: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ESPN: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (82)
Overall recruit ranking: Rivals: 14   247Sports: 10

2024 Recruiting Class

Name Hometown School Height Weight Commit date
Jason Asemota
#4 SF		 Phoenix, AZ Hillcrest Prep 6 ft 9 in (2.06 m) 200 lb (91 kg) Aug 27, 2022
Recruit ratings: Scout: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rivals: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 247Sports: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ESPN: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (89)
Overall recruit ranking: Rivals: 14   247Sports: 10

Team Roster

2022–23 Player Composition

The 2022–23 Baylor Bears roster featured a blend of experienced upperclassmen and promising young talent, strategically assembled to execute the team's motion offense and no-middle defense. The team's depth across various positions was critical for navigating the demanding Big 12 schedule and the intensity of tournament play.

Each player contributed to the team's overall dynamic, with specific roles in scoring, rebounding, and defensive execution. The collective skill set aimed to maximize offensive efficiency and defensive solidity.

Full Roster Details

Below is the comprehensive roster for the 2022–23 Baylor Bears men's basketball team, detailing each player's position, jersey number, physical attributes, academic standing, and origin.

2022–23 Baylor Bears men's basketball team
Pos. # Name Height Weight Year Previous school Hometown
F 0 Flo Thamba 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) 245 lb (111 kg) RS Sr Mountain Mission (VA) Kinshasa, DR Congo
G 1 Keyonte George 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) 185 lb (84 kg) Fr IMG Academy Lewisville, TX
G 2 Jake Younkin (W) 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) 195 lb (88 kg) Jr Cincinnati Hills Loveland, OH
G 3 Dale Bonner 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) 170 lb (77 kg) Sr Shaker Heights
Fairmont State		 Shaker Heights, OH
G 4 LJ Cryer 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) 185 lb (84 kg) Jr Morton Ranch Katy, TX
G/F 5 Jordan Turner 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) 195 lb (88 kg) RS Jr Sunrise Christian Academy (KS) Houston, TX
G 10 Adam Flagler 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) 180 lb (82 kg) RS Sr Presbyterian Duluth, GA
F 11 Jalen Bridges 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) 225 lb (102 kg) RS Jr West Virginia Fairmont, WV
G 13 Langston Love 6 ft 5 in (1.96 m) 210 lb (95 kg) RS Fr Montverde Academy (FL) Universal City, TX
F 15 Josh Ojianwuna 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) 230 lb (104 kg) Fr NBA Global Academy Asaba, Nigeria
F 20 Austin Sacks (W) 6 ft 7 in (2.01 m) 200 lb (91 kg) Jr Santa Clara Encino, CA
F 23 Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) 245 lb (111 kg) RS Sr UNLV Douala, Cameroon
F 32 Zach Loveday 7 ft 0 in (2.13 m) 215 lb (98 kg) Jr Huntington Prep (WV) Gallipolis, OH
F 33 Caleb Lohner 6 ft 8 in (2.03 m) 235 lb (107 kg) Jr BYU Dallas, TX

Staff & Terminology

The coaching staff for the 2022–23 season included:

  • Head Coach: Scott Drew (Butler)
  • Assistant Coaches: Alvin Brooks III (Idaho State), John Jakus (Trinity International), Jared Nuness (Valparaiso)

Understanding collegiate basketball terminology is essential:

  • (C) Team captain
  • (S) Suspended
  • (I) Ineligible
  • (W) Walk-on (opens in new tab): An athlete who joins a team without a scholarship.
  • Injured: Player is currently sidelined due to injury.
  • Redshirt: A student-athlete who delays or suspends their participation in order to lengthen their period of eligibility.

Schedule & Results

Season's Progression

The 2022–23 season for the Baylor Bears was a journey through a challenging schedule, encompassing non-conference matchups, the rigorous Big 12 Conference slate, and post-season tournaments. Each game presented unique strategic demands and contributed to the team's overall development and final record.

The team demonstrated resilience, securing significant victories against ranked opponents and navigating periods of intense competition, ultimately culminating in an NCAA Tournament appearance.

Detailed Match Outcomes

A comprehensive breakdown of the 2022–23 season's schedule and results, including game specifics, opponent rankings, final scores, and individual player highlights for points, rebounds, and assists.

Date
time, TV		 Rank# Opponent# Result Record High points High rebounds High assists Site (attendance)
city, state
November 7, 2022*
11:00 a.m., ESPN+		 No. 5 Mississippi Valley State W 117–53 1–0 21 – Flagler 10 – Thamba 8 – Flagler Ferrell Center (10,284)
Waco, TX
November 11, 2022*
7:00 p.m., ESPN+		 No. 5 Norfolk State
Continental Tire Main Event campus site game		 W 87–70 2–0 23 – George 7 – Ojianwuna 7 – George Ferrell Center (9,728)
Waco, TX
November 14, 2022*
7:00 p.m., ESPN+		 No. 5 Northern Colorado W 95–62 3–0 20 – Cryer 10 – Lohner 10 – Flagler Ferrell Center (8,548)
Waco, TX
November 18, 2022*
6:00 p.m., ESPN2		 No. 5 vs. No. 16 Virginia
Continental Tire Main Event semifinal		 L 79–86 3–1 20 – George 5 – Tied 7 – Flagler T-Mobile Arena (7,678)
Paradise, NV
November 20, 2022*
4:30 p.m., ESPN		 No. 5 vs. No. 8 UCLA
Continental Tire Main Event 3rd place game		 W 80–75 4–1 28 – Cryer 6 – 2 tied 4 – Flagler T-Mobile Arena
Paradise, NV
November 23, 2022*
3:00 p.m., ESPN+		 No. 7 McNeese State W 89–60 5–1 17 – George 7 – Bridges 12 – Bonner Ferrell Center (8,181)
Waco, TX
November 29, 2022*
7:30 p.m., FS1		 No. 6 at Marquette
Big East–Big 12 Battle		 L 70–96 5–2 19 – Cryer 6 – Flagler 5 – Flagler Fiserv Forum (14,022)
Milwaukee, WI
December 2, 2022*
7:00 p.m., Peacock		 No. 6 vs. No. 14 Gonzaga W 64–63 6–2 18 – George 8 – Thamba 3 – Bonner Sanford Pentagon (3,448)
Sioux Falls, SD
December 6, 2022*
7:00 p.m., ESPN+		 No. 12 Tarleton State W 80–57 7–2 22 – George 8 – Bridges 6 – George Ferrell Center (8,527)
Waco, TX
December 18, 2022*
9:00 p.m., ESPN2		 No. 11 vs. Washington State
Pac-12 Coast-to-Coast Challenge		 W 65–59 8–2 19 – George 7 – Bridges 4 – Bonner American Airlines Center (4,200)
Dallas, TX
December 20, 2022*
7:00 p.m., ESPN+		 No. 12 Northwestern State W 58–48 9–2 13 – Bridges 8 – Ojianwuna 7 – Bonner Ferrell Center (8,200)
Waco, TX
December 28, 2022*
7:00 p.m., ESPN+		 No. 12 Nicholls W 85–56 10–2 21 – George 11 – Ojianwuna 6 – Bonner Ferrell Center (8,577)
Waco, TX
December 31, 2022
1:00 p.m., ESPNU		 No. 12 at Iowa State L 62–77 10–3
(0–1)		 20 – Flagler 5 – Thamba 3 – Flagler Hilton Coliseum (14,267)
Ames, IA
January 4, 2023
8:00 p.m., ESPN2		 No. 19 No. 17 TCU L 87–88 10–4
(0–2)		 27 – George 7 – Tied 6 – Flagler Ferrell Center (8,710)
Waco, TX
January 7, 2023
5:00 p.m., ESPN+		 No. 19 Kansas State L 95–97 OT 10–5
(0–3)		 23 – Flagler 7 – Tied 7 – Flagler Ferrell Center (9,211)
Waco, TX
January 11, 2023
6:00 p.m., ESPN+		 at West Virginia W 83–78 11–5
(1–3)		 32 – George 11 – Bridges 4 – Flagler WVU Coliseum (11,815)
Morgantown, WV
January 14, 2023
5:00 p.m., ESPN2		 Oklahoma State W 74–58 12–5
(2–3)		 16 – Cryer 8 – Tied 8 – Flagler Ferrell Center (9,616)
Waco, TX
January 17, 2023
8:00 p.m., ESPNU		 No. 21 at Texas Tech W 81–74 13–5
(3–3)		 27 – George 6 – Ojianwuna 5 – Flagler United Supermarkets Arena (14,152)
Lubbock, TX
January 21, 2023
3:00 p.m., ESPN2		 No. 21 at Oklahoma W 62–60 14–5
(4–3)		 16 – Flagler 10 – Thamba 5 – Flagler Lloyd Noble Center (8,808)
Norman, OK
January 23, 2023
8:00 p.m., ESPN		 No. 17 No. 9 Kansas W 75–69 15–5
(5–3)		 22 – Cryer 9 – Bridges 3 – Tied Ferrell Center (10,219)
Waco, TX
January 28, 2023*
3:00 p.m., ESPN		 No. 17 Arkansas
Big 12/SEC Challenge		 W 67–64 16–5 24 – George 7 – Bridges 3 – George Ferrell Center (10,627)
Waco, TX
January 30, 2023
8:00 p.m., ESPN		 No. 11 at No. 10 Texas L 71–76 16–6
(5–4)		 19 – Cryer 7 – Bridges 4 – Flagler Moody Center (10,763)
Austin, TX
February 4, 2023
12:00 p.m., CBS		 No. 11 Texas Tech W 89–62 17–6
(6–4)		 18 – Bridges 8 – Bridges 8 – Flagler Ferrell Center (10,343)
Waco, TX
February 8, 2023
8:00 p.m., ESPNU		 No. 14 Oklahoma W 82–72 18–6
(7–4)		 23 – George 8 – Bridges 4 – Flagler Ferrell Center (9,861)
Waco, TX
February 11, 2023
3:00 p.m., ESPN2		 No. 14 at No. 17 TCU W 72–68 19–6
(8–4)		 28 – Flagler 7 – Tchamwa Tchatchoua 4 – Flagler Schollmaier Arena (7,055)
Fort Worth, TX
February 13, 2023
8:00 p.m., ESPN2		 No. 9 West Virginia W 79–67 20–6
(9–4)		 26 – Cryer 9 – George 7 – George Ferrell Center (9,811)
Waco, TX
February 18, 2023
3:00 p.m., ESPN		 No. 9 at No. 5 Kansas L 71–87 20–7
(9–5)		 22 – Flagler 6 – Tchamwa Tchatchoua 7 – Flagler Allen Fieldhouse (16,300)
Lawrence, KS
February 21, 2023
6:00 p.m., ESPN2		 No. 9 at No. 14 Kansas State L 65–75 20–8
(9–6)		 23 – George 12 – Tchamwa Tchatchoua 6 – Cryer Bramlage Coliseum (11,000)
Manhattan, KS
February 25, 2023
1:00 p.m., ESPN		 No. 9 No. 8 Texas W 81–72 21–8
(10–6)		 17 – Bridges 12 – Thamba 4 – Tied Ferrell Center (10,499)
Waco, TX
February 27, 2023
8:00 p.m., ESPN		 No. 7 at Oklahoma State W 74–68 22–8
(11–6)		 15 – Tied 8 – Thamba 6 – Flagler Gallagher-Iba Arena (7,965)
Stillwater, OK
March 4, 2023
11:00 a.m., ESPN2		 No. 7 Iowa State L 58–73 22–9
(11–7)		 20 – Flagler 7 – Tchamwa Tchatchoua 2 – Tied Ferrell Center (10,105)
Waco, TX
Big 12 Tournament
March 9, 2023
11:30 a.m., ESPN		 (4) No. 10 vs. (5) Iowa State
Quarterfinals		 L 72–78 22–10 28 – Bridges 5 – Bridges 4 – Flagler T-Mobile Center
Kansas City, MO
NCAA Tournament
March 17, 2023*
12:30 pm, TNT		 (3 S) No. 11 vs. (14 S) UC Santa Barbara
First Round		 W 74–56 23–10 18 – Flagler 9 – Tchamwa Tchatchoua 5 – Flagler Ball Arena
Denver, CO
March 19, 2023*
6:10 p.m., TBS		 (3 S) No. 11 vs. (6 S) Creighton
Second Round		 L 76–85 23–11 30 – Cryer 6 – Bridges 3 – George Ball Arena
Denver, CO
*Non-conference game. #Rankings from AP Poll. (#) Tournament seedings in parentheses.
S=South.
All times are in Central Time.

National Rankings

Poll Performance Analysis

Throughout the 2022–23 season, the Baylor Bears men's basketball team consistently featured in national polls, reflecting their competitive standing and performance. Both the Associated Press (AP) Poll and the Coaches Poll tracked their weekly movements, providing insights into their perceived strength relative to other Division I teams.

The fluctuations in rankings highlight the dynamic nature of collegiate basketball, where every victory and defeat can significantly impact a team's national perception and seeding prospects for the NCAA Tournament.

Weekly Ranking Progression

Observe the weekly progression of the Baylor Bears in the AP and Coaches Polls, illustrating their journey through the season and how their performance resonated with national voters.

Ranking movements
Legend: ██ Increase in ranking ██ Decrease in ranking
RV = Received votes † = Tied with team above or below
Week
Poll Pre123456789101112131415161718Final
AP 5† 5 7 6 12 11 12 12 19 RV 21 17 11 14 9 9 7 10 11 Not released
Coaches 6 6 7 10 12 11 13 13 16 RV 22 17 11 12 9 10 8 10 11 19

*AP does not release post-NCAA Tournament rankings.

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