Ashley Owusu helps Maryland to narrow victory over Baylor

Ashley Owusu scored 24 points to help No. 3 Maryland hold off No. 6 Baylor for a 79-76 win on Sunday.

Surpassing 1,000 career points, Owusu became the 35^th Maryland player to reach the milestone.

Silky smooth elbow jumper from Ash 💪#FTT x #THEMI22ION pic.twitter.com/fq7xZ4BNTG

— Maryland Women’s Basketball (@TerpsWBB) November 21, 2021

The game came down to a single possession, with Baylor’s Sarah Andrews missing a last-second three-pointer to secure Maryland the narrow victory.

Angel Reese added to Owusu’s effort, notching 17 points and nine rebounds, while Chloe Bibby recorded 16 points and five rebounds.

First ya give, then ya go.

Perfect work from Ash and Angel 😍#FTT x #THEMI22ION pic.twitter.com/1sVzeRZGmm

— Maryland Women’s Basketball (@TerpsWBB) November 21, 2021

Baylor’s NaLyssa Smith drained 30 points, with 15 rebounds for a double-double, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Maryland down the stretch.

Sunday marks Baylor’s first loss of the season, while Maryland improves to 6-0.