BYU Cougars vs Texas Tech Red Raiders Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Texas Tech vs BYU NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Provo.

Texas Tech vs BYU Prediction

Looking to win big? The Red Raiders and Cougars face off at 9:00 ET on ESPN+. The Cougars are hosting the game at Marriott Center in Provo, UT. The over/under for this game is set at 149.5 points, and BYU is favored by -3.5 vs. Texas Tech in a Big 12 conference matchup.

Texas Tech vs. BYU Matchup At A Glance

Sport: NCAAB
Teams: Texas Tech Red Raiders at BYU Cougars
Where: Provo at Marriott Center
Date: Tuesday, January 7th
Betting Odds BYU -3.5, TXTECH +142 | BYU -172 O/U 149.5

Red Raiders Preview: Can the Red Raiders Pull Out the Win as Road Underdogs?

Texas Tech Red Raiders Recent Game/Games

The Red Raiders improved to 10-3 on the season with a dominant 93-65 road win over Utah on Saturday. Entering the game as 3-point favorites, Texas Tech not only covered the spread but also contributed to the game’s total points exceeding the O/U line of 152.5, as the teams combined for 158 points.

Texas Tech took control early, leading 47-36 at halftime, and continued their strong play in the second half, outscoring Utah 46-29.

Red Raiders Offense Breakdown

Texas Tech put up 93 points in their last game, shooting 58.6% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 69%. They were dominant inside, hitting 68.8% of their two-point attempts, and connected on 46.2% from beyond the arc, making 12 threes.

The Red Raiders dished out 22 assists, with Darrion Williams contributing 9 assists and 19 points. Elijah Hawkins added 8 assists and hit 4 threes at 66.7%, while Christian Anderson made 3 of 4 from deep, finishing with 13 points.

Red Raiders Team Defense

Texas Tech's defense held their opponent to 65 points, with a 42% shooting performance from the field (22/52). They allowed 16 two-point baskets on 29 attempts, giving up a 55% shooting rate from inside the arc.

From three-point range, Texas Tech's defense limited their opponent to 6 made threes on 23 attempts, a 26% shooting rate. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 15 free throws, shooting 57%.

Cougars Preview: Can BYU Grab a Win at Home?

BYU’s season record dropped to 10-3 after a tough 86-55 road loss to Houston on Saturday. Entering the game as +9.5 point underdogs, the Cougars not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.

Trailing 39-22 at halftime, BYU allowed 47 points in the 2nd half while scoring 33. The total points for the game reached 141, surpassing the over/under line of 133.5.

Cougars Offense Breakdown

BYU struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 55 points with a field goal percentage of 37.5%. Their effective field goal percentage was 45.8%, as they hit 33.3% from three-point range (8/24) and 41.7% on two-point attempts (10/24). The Cougars connected on 73.3% of their free throws, going 11-for-15 from the line, and grabbed 7 offensive rebounds with 14 assists.

Emanuel Sharp and Terrance Arceneaux both shot 55.6% from the field, with Sharp hitting 4-of-8 from deep and Arceneaux connecting on 4-of-5. Trevin Knell also made 4 threes, shooting 66.7% from beyond the arc, while Mylik Wilson was perfect from the field, including 2-for-2 from three-point range.

Cougars Team Defense

BYU's defense struggled in their last game, giving up 86 points while allowing their opponent to shoot 49% from the field. They allowed 29 made field goals on 59 attempts.

From beyond the arc, BYU's opponent hit 16 threes on 34 attempts, shooting 47%. They also sent them to the free-throw line 16 times, where they made 12 free throws, shooting 75%.

Red Raiders vs Cougars Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

The Red Raiders are 3-2 ATS in their last road games and 3-2 straight-up.
In their last three games at home, the Cougars have a straight up record of 0-3 while going 0-3 vs. the spread. The team averaged 68 points per game in this stretch.
In their last three games as the betting underdog, the Red Raiders have a straight up record of 1-2 and an ATS mark of 1-2.
Through their last three games as the favorite, the Cougars have an ATS record of 3-0 and a straight up mark of 3-0.