The Baylor Bears celebrate during the second half of their win over Gonzaga. “He had a huge impact on what we’ve done here because I saw how he built the Valpo basketball program,” Scott said. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Baylor forward Flo Thamba (0) celebrates after blocking a shot by Gonzaga forward Corey Kispert (24) during the first half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. It wasn't a question of if they would repeat, but by how much. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Baylor players celebrate with the trophy at the end of the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Paul Sancya/AP Show More Show Less 12 of 12 Baylor forward Flo Thamba (0) celebrates after a 76-63 win over Wisconsin in a second-round game in … After leading the Bears to their first national championship in school history Monday night at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, the 50-year-old Drew remains committed to Baylor for the long term. “Definitely when kids grow up, 8 to 16 years old, they’re watching college basketball and those are their heroes,” Drew said. Baylor guard Mark Vital celebrates on the court during the second half. First team All-America guard Jared Butler and third-team All-America guard and national defensive player of the year Davion Mitchell are projected to be first-round picks in the NBA Draft if they choose to turn pro following their junior seasons. We’ve been fortunate to have the leadership and vision of President Livingstone and Mack Rhoades. 13-year-old cheerleader found dead in Florida woods stabbed ‘horrific’ number of times by 14-year-old boy, police say . Before Homer’s arrival, the Crusaders had suffered through 11 straight losing seasons. I just have the highest amount of respect for him and what he’s been able to do, and actually for the Baylor administration in helping him with the process and growing with him. Please subscribe to keep reading. Baylor won 86-70. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Baylor forward Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua holds the trophy after the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Young Kwak), Baylor players stand on the court during the national anthem before the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Gonzaga fans watch team introductions during the NCAA Final Four college championship basketball game between Gonzaga and Baylor during a watch party at the McCarthey Athletic Center in Spokane, Wash., Monday, April 5, 2021. Gonzaga forward Corey Kispert reacts during the first half. It’s been a true blessing.”, Baylor forward Flo Thamba (0) fights for a rebound with Gonzaga forward Drew Timme (2) during the first half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Gonzaga head coach Mark Few and Baylor head coach Scott Drew greet each before the game. Baylor guard MaCio Teague watches the "One Shinning Moment" video after the Bears defeated Gonzaga to win the men's national championship. After playing key roles off the bench this season, forwards Matthew Mayer and Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua and guard Adam Flagler will play bigger roles next season. The Wildcats reeled off 34 wins ahead of Selection Sunday with only a few scares in their unbeaten run through the SEC. Baylor players celebrates after defeating the Gonzaga Bulldogs. Baylor guard Davion Mitchell shoots during the first half. Four opponents were dispatched with relative ease as UNLV reached the Final Four, which set up a rematch with Duke in the national semifinals. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Gonzaga guard Jalen Suggs (1) shoots over Baylor forward Flo Thamba during the second half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Interchangeable big men Flo Thamba and Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua are expected to return after both were in foul trouble in the title game. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Gonzaga fans react while watching the NCAA Final Four college championship basketball game between Gonzaga and Baylor during a watch party at the McCarthey Athletic Center in Spokane, Wash., Monday, April 5, 2021. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Gonzaga guard Jalen Suggs (1) celebrates after making a basket during the second half of the championship game against Baylor in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast), A logo for 1980 Final Four is shown before the championship game between Gonzaga and Baylor in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast), A logo for 1980 and 1991 Final Four is shown before the championship game between Gonzaga and Baylor in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Baylor guard Jared Butler celebrates with a piece of the net after the Bears defeated Gonzaga to win the national championship. (AP Photo/Young Kwak), Baylor players and coaches celebrate after the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. It was smooth sailing in the tournament until the Elite Eight when Arizona was close to pulling off a major upset with a 15-point lead with just more than four minutes left. Baylor guard Mark Vital (11) blocks a shot by Gonzaga forward Corey Kispert. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Gonzaga guard Jalen Suggs (1) walks on the court at the end of the championship game against Baylor in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. “Scott and I have been talking prior to the championship run about his legacy at Baylor and I indicated, and many feel the same way, we want Scott to finish his career here,” Rhoades said. (AP Photo/Young Kwak), Baylor guard MaCio Teague, left, picks up a loose ball over Gonzaga guard Jalen Suggs, right, during the first half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Jonathan Tchatchoua and Flo Thamba aren’t cutting it here. Baylor won 86-70. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Baylor forward Flo Thamba is fouled by Gonzaga forward Anton Watson (22) while driving to the basket during the second half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Baylor guard Davion Mitchell (45) passes around Gonzaga forward Corey Kispert (24) during the first half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Baylor forward Flo Thamba and Gonzaga forward Drew Timme fight for a rebound during the first half. Hide Caption. Baylor forward Flo Thamba blocks a shot by Gonzaga forward Corey Kispert during the first half. Expected to return: Adam Flagler (9.0 PPG), Jonathan Tchamwa Tchatchoua (6.3 PPG), L.J. Full Baylor Bears roster for the 2020-21 season including position, height, weight, birthdate, years of experience, and college. A single-elimination tournament with 68 teams is going to lead to chaos where brackets are imperfect and some teams get easier paths to the Final Four. The Baylor Bears celebrate after beating the Gonzaga Bulldogs to win the men's national championship. Calculate your rate now. Baylor guard Davion Mitchell shoots the ball over Gonzaga guard Joel Ayayi during the first half. Find out the latest on your favorite NCAAB players on CBSSports.com. If that was his plan, Drew might have left Baylor following Elite Eight appearances in 2010 and 2012. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Gonzaga fans react while watching the final minutes of the NCAA Final Four college championship basketball game between Gonzaga and Baylor, which Baylor won, during a watch party at the McCarthey Athletic Center in Spokane, Wash., Monday, April 5, 2021. Gonzaga’s Mark Few is among the many coaches who believe Drew has done one of the most remarkable rebuilding jobs in college basketball history. It’s a very familiar tale to Scott, one that he’s emulated to an even higher degree of success at Baylor. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Baylor guard MaCio Teague (31) drives to the basket ahead over Gonzaga guard Jalen Suggs (1) during the second half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Baylor guard Jared Butler (12) celebrates with teammate guard Adam Flagler (10) during the second half of the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Baylor guard Davion Mitchell fouls Gonzaga forward Anton Watson. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Players jump for the opening tipoff at the start of the championship game between Gonzaga and Baylor in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Clyde Drexler on the outside and Hakeem Olajuwon on the inside drew most of the attention, but it was lefty forward Michael Young that led the team in scoring. Baylor won 86-70. Sophomore forward Elton Brad was the star with Trajan Langdon and William Avery providing the scoring from the backcourt. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Baylor head coach Scott Drew reacts during the first half of the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Baylor guard Jared Butler is introduced before the game. They’ve been a blessing to me.”, Coach Scott Drew has led the Baylor University men’s basketball program from the depths of murder and mayhem to the March Madness mountain top…. We didn’t even have to be lucky because our guys were so dominant this entire tournament.”. The Hoyas had won the two regular-season meetings, but the Wildcats would pull a huge upset by shooting 22-for-28 from the field in a near-perfect performance that was clinched by late free throws. The Cougars' high-flying performance against No. Baylor won 86-70. Baylor won 86-70. (AP Photo/AJ Mast), Baylor head coach Scott Drew, center, celebrates with guard Adam Flagler (10) and guard Jared Butler (12) during a timeout in the first half of the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Their only loss in the regular season was a two-point defeat to Cincinnati in November. The size of the Tar Heels caused trouble, especially with big man James Augustine playing just nine minutes due to foul trouble. Flo Thamba dives for a loose ball in the first half. As a private school, Baylor doesn’t traditionally disclose specific contract details, but Rhoades is committed to keeping Drew at the university. College basketball's way-too-early men's preseason top 25 for 2021-22, Don't let loss to Baylor detract from what coach Mark Few has done at Gonzaga, 2021 Gonzaga Bulldogs among seven best men's basketball teams without NCAA Tournament title. The Missouri Tiger athletic caravan stop at Chicken N Pickle Tuesday night signified the shift going on in sports – venues approaching full capacity. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Gonzaga forward Corey Kispert (24) fouls Baylor guard Adam Flagler (10) during the first half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. John Thompson's pressure system was helped by having Ewing as an eraser down low. We’ve talked about where we came from to where we are now, but ours was a lot smoother. Baylor guard Jared Butler celebrates after the Bears' win over Gonzaga. (AP Photo/Young Kwak), Gonzaga forward Drew Timme, center, is introduced before the championship game against Baylor in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Baylor guard Mark Vital reacts during the first half. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Gonzaga forward Drew Timme (2) passes around Baylor forward Flo Thamba, right, during the first half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Baylor head coach Scott Drew holds the trophy after the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), A worker holds up a program before the championship game between Gonzaga and Baylor in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Gonzaga forward Drew Timme (2) blocks a shot by Baylor guard Davion Mitchell (45) during the first half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Baylor won 86-70. LOOKING AHEAD: College basketball's way-too-early men's preseason top 25 for 2021-22, DESERVES RESPECT: Don't let loss to Baylor detract from what coach Mark Few has done at Gonzaga. 15 of 125. Baylor won 86-70. Fans roam Georgia Street before the men's NCAA Tournament national championship game in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Baylor head coach Scott Drew gets a hug from guard Mark Vital at the end of the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. It took Homer six more seasons before the Crusaders broke through with a 20-8 season in 1993. (AP Photo/AJ Mast), General exterior view of Lucas Oil Stadium before Baylor plays Gonzaga in the NCAA tournament championship basketball game in Indianapolis, Monday, April 5, 2021. “We have been proactive in trying to accomplish that, and I think we are close to doing that.”. Livingstone isn’t just impressed by Drew’s success on the court, but also by the way he molds student-athletes in his program and embraces Baylor’s Christian mission. Baylor won 86-70. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Baylor guard Mark Vital cuts down the net after the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Places where God’s grandeur overwhelms you. Just watch his teams play, and he has an incredible ability for eternal optimism. “His popularity nationally has increased, no doubt about that,” Rhoades said. They were first ranked No. © Grace Hollars, IndyStar/USA TODAY Sports, © Robert Scheer, IndyStar/USA TODAY Sports. The Bears have been in the national conversation for a long time, and Drew and his staff have always had talented players coming up through the program. The second unbeaten to reach the title game since Indiana had its perfect season in 1976, the Bulldogs were dominant in the regular season and topped the nation in scoring with All-Americans Drew Timme and Corey Kispert leading the way. Baylor's Flo Thamba blocks a shot by Gonzaga's Corey Kispert during the NCAA Tournament final on Monday, April 5. It just didn’t come from a dark place. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Gonzaga head coach Mark Few, left, greets Baylor head coach Scott Drew before the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Baylor guard Davion Mitchell (45) celebrates at the end of the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. “I think the best thing about our program has been our consistency,” Drew said. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Baylor guard Mark Vital holds the trophy after the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Baylor guard Jared Butler (12) drives up court past Gonzaga guard Aaron Cook (4) during the second half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. I consider it a blessing.”. The depth was so great Corey Maggette would come off the bench in his only college season and future national player of the year Shane Battier was the sixth-leading scorer as a sophomore. Men’s Basketball. When days free up in the summers, I head to the mountains, the desert, rivers & lakes. Baylor won 86-70. Winning the national title will have a major impact on Baylor’s recruiting classes for many years to come. Places best explored by foot, all day and sometimes for several days. Baylor Bears players and staff stand on the court during the national anthem. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Baylor guard Jared Butler (12) fights for a loose ball with Gonzaga forward Anton Watson, right, during the first half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Georgetown would beat St. John's handily in the semifinal before facing Villanova in the championship game. Baylor guard Mark Vital passes the ball as Gonzaga guard Andrew Nembhard defends during the first half. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Baylor guard Davion Mitchell (45) and Baylor guard Mark Vital (11) celebrate at the end of the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Their three wins in the conference tournament were by a combined 75 points. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), A Baylor fan cheers before the start of the championship game against Gonzaga in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Baylor guard Jared Butler (12) drives to the basket ahead of Gonzaga guard Andrew Nembhard (3) during the first half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. That’s such a gift too. Baylor won 86-70. The Gonzaga Bulldogs stand for the national anthem before the game. So while the nets are cut down every April and a champion is crowned, that doesn't mean the best team won. It’s been a family atmosphere. “Until God tells me to go somewhere else, I’m staying here as long as Baylor will have me,” Drew said. The Baylor administration is equally committed to Drew and the powerful basketball program he’s built. Baylor head coach Scott Drew cuts down the net after the Bears defeated Gonzaga to win the men's national championship. Baylor forward Flo Thamba (0) celebrates after blocking a shot by Gonzaga forward Corey Kispert during the first half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast), A pedestrian walks past a mock championship trophy before Baylor plays Gonzaga in the NCAA tournament championship basketball game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Monday, April 5, 2021. Baylor won 86-70. “What a great problem to have, if you consider it a problem. There are many great teams that have fallen short. “We’ve been able to help them with job recommendations and be a resource in their lives. You have permission to edit this article. It was a place they could always return. They’re a legit powerhouse now in college basketball, and Scott’s staff and obviously all these great players they’ve been able to get deserve all the credit.”. Baylor won 86-70. The Baylor Bears celebrate after defeating Gonzaga to win the men's national championship. (AP Photo/AJ Mast), Basketball fans pose infant of a Final Four logo before Baylor plays Gonzaga in the NCAA tournament championship basketball game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Monday, April 5, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy), Gonzaga forward Corey Kispert, left, drives to the basket ahead of Baylor forward Flo Thamba, right, during the first half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Eight years later, it was the Blue Devils that were the overwhelming favorite in the tournament. Though the NCAA ruled that the 2020-21 season didn’t count against player eligibility due to COVID-19 interruptions, fifth-year seniors Mark Vital and MaCio Teague have indicated they don’t plan to return. Baylor won 86-70. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Baylor guard Jared Butler (12) drives to the basket ahead of Gonzaga forward Corey Kispert (24) during the first half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. If Drew’s long-term commitment to Baylor seems like an anomaly in today’s coaching world, it’s not unusual to him. “I just don’t think it’s ever been seen, and now I’m glad it’s coming to light. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Gonzaga guard Jalen Suggs (1) gets a hug from teammate forward Corey Kispert, left, as Drew Timme (2) looks on at the end of the championship game against Baylor in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Only now they can say they’ve got a national championship program to come home to. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings), Baylor forward Flo Thamba, center, fights for a loose ball with Gonzaga forward Anton Watson, left, and guard Jalen Suggs, right, during the first half of the championship game in the men's Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 5, 2021, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
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