Texas Tech (11-3) vs Iowa State (13-1)
Game Info: Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00 pm (United Supermarkets Arena)
Betting Odds: Texas Tech -1 -- Over/Under: 146.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN
In this article, we will formulate an Iowa State vs Texas Tech prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, January 11th at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, Texas. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Iowa State Cyclones Betting Preview
The Iowa State Cyclones are 13-1 (3-0) this year after they defeated Utah by a score of 82-59 in their last game. Iowa State led 38-25 at halftime and added 44 more points in the second half for the blowout win. The Cyclones shot 44.3% from the field, 27.3% on three-pointers, and 75.9% on free throws in the game. Curtis Jones led Iowa State with 23 points and six assists, while Tamin Lipsey added 20 points and seven rebounds in the win.
Prior to that victory, the Cyclones defeated Baylor by a score of 74-55 and Colorado by a score of 79-69. Iowa State has won ten games in a row and their lone loss so far this year was against Auburn by two points. Iowa State has scored 86.3 points per game and they have allowed 64.6 points per game, while also averaging 37.4 rebounds and 17.1 assists per game this season. Curtis Jones is averaging 16.6 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game, while Keshon Gilbert is averaging 16.2 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game this year. Iowa State is shooting 49.9% from the field, 75.3% on free throws, and 34.7% on three-pointers this season.
Texas Tech Red Raiders Betting Preview
The Texas Tech Red Raiders are 11-3 (2-1) this season after they defeated BYU by a score of 72-67 in their last game. Texas Tech trailed 34-32 at halftime, but they scored 40 points in the second half for the win. The Red Raiders shot 44.8% from the field, 35.7% on three-pointers, and 62.5% on free throws in the game. Elijah Hawkins led Texas Tech with 22 points and five assists, while Darrion Williams added 18 points and seven rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, the Red Raiders defeated Utah by a score of 93-65 but did lose to UCF by a score of 87-83 before that. Texas Tech has won four of their last five games and their other two losses were against Texas A&M and St. Joe’s. Texas Tech has scored 85.5 points per game and they have allowed 65.4 points per game, while also averaging 37.4 rebounds and 17.9 assists per game this season. JT Toppin is averaging 17.2 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game, while Darrion Williams is averaging 16.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game this season. Texas Tech is shooting 51.2% from the field, 77.6% on free throws, and 39.4% on three-pointers this year.
Why Iowa State will beat Texas Tech
- Iowa State has won each of its last 10 games.
- Texas Tech has lost eight of its last nine games against Top 5 AP-ranked opponents.
- Iowa State has won the first half in each of its last seven games against Conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Iowa State's last 10 Saturday day road games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 145 or fewer points.
- Six of Texas Tech's last seven games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 142 or fewer points.
Iowa State vs Texas Tech Prediction
Iowa State comes into this matchup with a 13-1 record and they are ranked #3 in the country. The Cyclones have dominated most of their schedule and they have wins against Marquette, Colorado (twice), and Baylor. Iowa State is shooting 49.9% from the field and they are scoring over 86 points per game. Texas Tech has also had a strong start to the season, but they did lose at home to UCF a few games ago. The Red Raiders are shooting over 51% from the field, but they have also played a much easier schedule. I still don’t know what to think about this Texas Tech team, but I do know Iowa State is one of the best teams in the nation. Take the Cyclones here.
David’s Pick Iowa State ML
AUTHOR: David Racey
