Texas Tech Basketball: Red Raiders Aim for Another Victory Over Arizona State

The No. 13 Texas Tech Red Raiders (19-6, 9-3 Big 12) are set to face the Arizona State Sun Devils (13-12, 4-8) on Tuesday night. The game is scheduled for 11 p.m. ET at Desert Financial Arena in Tempe, Arizona, and will be broadcast on ESPN2. Let’s dive into the latest odds and expert predictions for this exciting college basketball matchup.

Recent Performance & Head-to-Head

Texas Tech holds a strong record against Arizona State, having won both meetings last season. Their most recent victory was a dominant 85-57 rout in Tempe on March 8th. The Red Raiders are coming off a significant upset win against then-No. 1 Arizona, 78-75 in overtime, where JT Toppin shone with 31 points and 13 rebounds. Texas Tech has won three consecutive games, covering the spread in each of those outings, and the Under has hit in their last four games in February.

Arizona State recently defeated Oklahoma State 85-76, covering as a 2.5-point home favorite. Santiago Trouet and Massamba Diop led the Sun Devils in that game, but they’ve struggled overall, losing 6 of their last 9 contests. However, they’ve been competitive against the spread, going 5-1 ATS in their past 6 games, and the Under has cashed in 5 straight.

Betting Odds & Expert Picks

According to BetMGM Sportsbook, Texas Tech is a significant favorite. However, betting on the Red Raiders straight up at -375 isn’t the most value-driven play. Instead, consider these expert picks:

• Texas Tech -8.5 (-105): This spread offers a more reasonable risk-reward ratio. The Red Raiders are 3-1 ATS in their last 4 road games and are looking to complete a sweep of Arizona teams on this road trip.
• Under 153.5 (-110): The Under has been a consistent trend for both teams. Arizona State has gone Under in 5 consecutive games, allowing 79 or fewer points in 6 of their last 7. Texas Tech’s defense has been equally strong, conceding 64 or fewer points in 3 of their last 4.

Key Players to Watch

• JT Toppin (Texas Tech): A dominant force in the paint, Toppin’s recent performance against Arizona demonstrates his ability to perform under pressure.
• Santiago Trouet & Massamba Diop (Arizona State): These two players are crucial for the Sun Devils’ offense and rebounding efforts.

For more in-depth sports betting analysis, check out SportsbookWire.com and BetFTW. Follow @danieledobish on Twitter/X for the latest updates.

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