Texas Tech Red Raiders vs TCU Horned Frogs Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Texas Tech Red Raiders will be facing off against the TCU Horned Frogs on Tuesday at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. The game is set to start at 7:00 p.m. ET. Texas Tech comes into this game with a record of 23-11, having beaten Oklahoma 85-84 in their previous game. They have a 2-2 record on the road this season. On the other hand, TCU holds a 22-11 record, with a recent victory over Baylor with a score of 105-102. They have been particularly strong at home, with a 9-1 record. This will be the first meeting between the two teams this season. In their previous matchups last season, TCU emerged victorious in both games. However, Texas Tech holds the overall series lead at 80-46 since the 1949-50 season. Currently, TCU is the favored team with an opening line of -5.5. The current line has shifted slightly to TCU -4.5.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Red Raiders +175 | Horned Frogs -210

Spread: Red Raiders +4.5 (-110) | Horned Frogs -4.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 149 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that TCU will win straight-up is 68%.

Texas Tech Red Raiders

In their last game, Texas Tech emerged victorious against Oklahoma after a high-scoring second half where both teams combined for 102 points. The Red Raiders showcased an impressive shooting performance, with a 52.6 percent overall shooting percentage and 38 points scored in the paint. On the other hand, the Sooners struggled with their free throws, missing nine attempts, despite shooting 42.3 percent from beyond the arc. In terms of their overall performance, Texas Tech averages 77.2 points per game and has a shooting percentage of 46.3 percent. They have been particularly strong in three-point shooting, with a 36.8 percent success rate. The team also excels at free throws, converting 77.8 percent of their attempts. Additionally, Texas Tech averages 32 rebounds, 15 assists, and 10.5 turnovers per game. Defensively, the Red Raiders allow an average of 67.2 points per game, with opponents shooting 42.4 percent against them. However, they have been successful in defending three-point shots, with opponents shooting 33.3 percent from beyond the arc. On the defensive end, Texas Tech averages 3.3 blocks, 6.1 steals, and 13.4 fouls per game. According to their ranking on KenPom, Texas Tech is placed 26th nationally. They have a strong offensive efficiency ranking in 17th place, while their defensive efficiency is in 67th place. Their playing tempo, adjusted for the schedule, ranks 268th. With a power ranking of 209, Texas Tech's offense is placed at 114th, scoring an average of 76.72 points per game. Their defense is ranked 51st, allowing an average of 66.22 points per game. For this season, Texas Tech has a record of 16-3 and is 10-9 against the spread (ATS). Looking specifically at their offensive performance, the Red Raiders have a field goal shooting percentage of 46.00 percent, ranking 113th. They excel at free throws, making 77.43 percent of their attempts, ranking 18th. In terms of three-point shooting, they have a success rate of 36.71 percent, ranking 56th in the NCAAB. On the rebounding front, Texas Tech averages 35.44 rebounds per game, placing them at 199th. They also average 14.