Texas Tech vs LSU Prediction 12/7/2025 Today’s College Basketball Picks

The LSU Tigers and the Texas Tech Red Raiders will meet on Sunday afternoon in the USLBM Coast to Coast Challenge at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas.

LSU Tigers Betting Preview

The LSU Tigers enter Sunday’s contest with an 8–0 win‑loss record, including a 3–0 mark at home. The Tigers have compiled wins over Tarleton State, New Orleans, FIU, Alcorn State, Omaha, Drake, Boston College and the Depaul Blue Demons. In the LSU Tigers rather impressive 78–69 overtime win over the Boston College Eagles three days ago, guard Dedan Thomas Jr. tallied 23 points, 4 rebounds, 7 assists and 2 steals.

The LSU Tigers average 92.3 points (10th in country) on 52.7 percent shooting from the field (5th in nation) and 33.7 percent shooting from three‑point range per game. The Tigers are allowing opponents just 68.4 points on 38.6 percent shooting from the field (25th in country) per game.

Junior forward Mike Nwoko leads the LSU Tigers frontcourt averaging 16.8 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.1 blocks per game, providing the Tigers with efficient interior scoring. Junior guard Dedan Thomas Jr. has emerged as the team’s primary facilitator, averaging 15.5 points and 7.0 assists per game. Forward Marquel Sutton adds 13.3 points and 9.0 rebounds per game, while senior guard Max Mackinnon contributes 12.9 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game.

Texas Tech Red Raiders Betting Preview

The Texas Tech Red Raiders enter Sunday’s contest with a 6–2 record, including a 4–1 mark at home. The Red Raiders have compiled wins over Wyoming, Wake Forest, Milwaukee, Sam Houston, Lindenwood, and New Orleans, while dropping games to Illinois and Purdue. In the Texas Tech Red Raiders 82–66 win over Bowling Green on November 30, forward JT Toppin accumulated 27 points on 11 of 18 shooting from the field.

The Texas Tech Red Raiders average 81.4 points on 44 percent shooting from the field and 35.2 percent shooting from beyond the arc per game. The Red Raiders are allowing opponents 71.5 points a contest.

Junior forward JT Toppin leads the Red Raiders averaging 22.1 points, 11 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.4 steals and 1 block per game, providing Texas Tech with a dominant interior presence. Sophomore guard Christian Anderson adds 18.1 points and 6.9 assists per game, while senior guard Donovan Atwell contributes 12.4 points and 3 rebounds a contest.

Why the LSU Tigers Will Win

•            Explosive offense. In eight games played this season, the LSU Tigers average 92.3 points per game which ranks 10th in the nation.

•            Balanced roster. Nwoko, Sutton, and Thomas Jr. provide scoring, rebounding and quality defense.

•            Defensive edge. The LSU Tigers are allowing opponents 68.4 points on 38.6 percent shooting from the field (25th in country) per game.

Why the Texas Tech Red Raiders Will Win

•            Junior forward JT Toppin is averaging a robust 22.1 points, 11 rebounds and 1.4 steals per game.

•            Quality guard play. Anderson provides scoring and assists to balance the frontcourt.

•            Battle tested. Red Raiders have already faced Illinois and Purdue.

LSU vs. Texas Tech Prediction

This matchup pits LSU’s high‑powered offense against Texas Tech’s balanced attack led by junior forward JT Toppin. Expect LSU to push tempo and rely on Nwoko and Thomas Jr. to generate scoring opportunities, while Texas Tech will look to slow the game down and lean on Toppin’s inside presence.

In my view, the LSU Tigers overall team depth and offensive efficiency should prove decisive. The Tigers have multiple scoring options and a strong rebounding core, while Texas Tech has struggled against elite competition. Look for LSU to control pace and extend their unbeaten streak. LSU’s ability to score in transition and dominate the glass should be the difference. I fully expect the Tigers to remain undefeated with a statement win in Fort Worth on Sunday.

Hans Geevers's Pick: LSU Tigers +4.5