Taliah Scott Leads Baylor to 58-52 Victory Over Duke in Paris

In a thrilling season opener held in Paris, Taliah Scott showcased her talent, leading No. 16 Baylor to a hard-fought victory over No. 7 Duke with a final score of 58-52. Scott was instrumental in the fourth quarter, scoring 12 of her total 24 points to secure the win.

Taliah Scott’s Outstanding Performance

The game was tightly contested, with the teams tied at 43-43 at the end of the third quarter. Duke had initially taken the lead with a 33-29 score by halftime. Scott made her presence felt in the final quarter, delivering crucial plays that shifted the momentum in Baylor’s favor.

Critical Moments of the Game

• Scott initiated a scoring surge with a steal, followed by a layup and a jumper.
• She propelled Baylor to a 49-43 lead early in the fourth quarter.
• As Duke attempted to close the gap, Scott secured the game with four consecutive free throws.
• Baylor maintained its edge, culminating in a score of 56-48 with just over a minute remaining.

Scott also contributed beyond her scoring, pulling down five defensive rebounds and providing three assists. Her shooting from the free throw line was particularly effective, with an impressive 8 of 10 performance. Additionally, she nailed two out of the team’s three successful three-pointers.

Duke’s Efforts

Duke’s leading scorer was Toby Fournier, who finished with 16 points. Jadyn Donovan contributed with two points. The Blue Devils began the game strong, taking an early 7-0 lead. Despite their robust start, they struggled to maintain momentum as the match progressed.

Game Statistics

Looking forward, Duke will host Holy Cross at Cameron Indoor Stadium on Sunday. Meanwhile, Baylor will compete against Lindenwood at Foster Pavilion on the same day.