Last updated Feb 28, 11:40pm EST

  • Texas Tech suffered a loss to Houston 69-61 on Feb. 24th.
  • Kansas secured a win vs Colorado 71-64 on Feb. 24th.
  • These two teams last met on February 12, 2024, in a game that Texas Tech won 79-50.

The #10 Texas Tech Red Raiders are set to face the Kansas Jayhawks at Allen Fieldhouse on March 1. Both teams are eager to assert their dominance in the conference, with Texas Tech aiming to maintain their top-10 ranking and Kansas looking to rebound from recent setbacks.

Texas Tech Needs Consistency

The Red Raiders have been middling out in their last six contests, their record in that span is even; making their overall record 21-7. Although still ranked the #10 team in the country, going into March Madness, it’s imperative to go into the tournament with confidence and cohesion.

Sophomore forward JT Toppin is a main catalyst and averages a near double-double for the Red Raiders. To get back on track, the return of senior guard Chance McMillian should provide that perfect boost.

Kansas Has To Pick Up Steam

The Jayhawks, similar to the Red Raiders, have also been middling and struggling as in their last ten games they’re a woeful 5-5. Sitting at 19-9 and wanting to push up the Big 12 ranks, this matchup is essentially a must win.

Despite recent struggles, Kansas has a history of resilience. Playing at home provides an added advantage, and the support of the home crowd could serve as a catalyst for a strong performance. Senior Hunter Dickinson had a 32 point, 13 rebound outing vs Colorado and will need to step up, and the team must execute their game plan effectively to secure a victory vs the Red Raiders.

Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Kansas Jayhawks Pick

Texas Tech appears to have the upper hand in this matchup, but it’s dependent on the return of players like junior forward Darrion Williams and the aforementioned Chance McMillian.

Toppin vs Dickinson should be a barn burner of a matchup, as Kansas is riding a two-game winning streak and a home advantage, this conference game should be close. Clutch time heroics will be the decider.

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Kervin Coleman
Kervin Coleman

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Kervin is a Kean University graduate with a bachelor`s degree in Communications Journalism. He also played collegiate football there, as a team captain and starting Outside Linebacker. I think he knows what he\'s talking about. Make sure to tune in to see what comes next!

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