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LSU Tigers vs Texas Tech Red Raiders Betting Preview
The LSU Tigers face the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth. LSU (8-0) looks to stay unbeaten under coach Matt McMahon, while No. 19 Texas Tech (6-2) seeks a statement win. Bettors must weigh LSU’s offensive efficiency against Texas Tech’s balanced scoring and rebounding.
Line Movement and Odds
- LSU Tigers Spread: +6.5 (-120)
- Texas Tech Red Raiders Spread: -6.5 (-106)
- LSU Tigers MoneyLine: +220
- Texas Tech Red Raiders MoneyLine: -280
- Total: 151.5 (Over -110, Under -110)
Texas Tech opened as favorites at the neutral site. See full NCAA Basketball odds for market movement.
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Matchup Breakdown
LSU Tigers Outlook
LSU defeated Boston College 78-69 in overtime behind Dedan Thomas Jr.’s 23 points and Marquel Sutton’s 18-point, 13-rebound double-double. The Tigers average 92.2 points per game (13th nationally) and shoot 52.5% from the field (9th). They also excel at the free-throw line, making 21.8 per game. LSU is 3-0 away from home and has covered 62.5% of spreads, showing resilience in tough environments.
Texas Tech Red Raiders Outlook
Texas Tech edged Wyoming 76-72 with JT Toppin scoring 27 points and 9 rebounds. Toppin averages 22.1 points and 11.0 rebounds per game, while Christian Anderson and LeJuan Watts provide scoring depth. The Red Raiders average 81.4 points per game and rank 39th in three-pointers made. Texas Tech is 6-0 as favorites this season, showing consistency under coach Grant McCasland.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
LSU’s offensive efficiency vs Texas Tech’s rebounding and perimeter shooting. The Tigers must rely on Thomas Jr. and Sutton to maintain scoring balance, while the Red Raiders need Toppin and Anderson to control tempo and defensive intensity.
Injuries / Availability
LSU: Jalen Reed (Achilles) out for the season.
Texas Tech: Full roster available, Toppin anchors scoring and rebounding.
Betting Trends
- LSU is 8-0 overall, 3-0 away from home.
- LSU averages 92.2 points per game and shoots 52.5% from the field.
- Texas Tech is 6-2 overall, 6-0 as favorites.
- Texas Tech averages 81.4 points per game and ranks 39th in threes made.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Texas Tech 85, LSU 82
- LSU +6.5 (-120) → Best Bet. Tigers’ offensive efficiency suggests they can cover the spread.
- Over 151.5 (-110) → Total. Both teams average high scoring, leaning over with projected 167 points.
Texas Tech’s depth and rebounding should secure the win, while LSU’s offense makes them a strong play to cover. Expect a competitive, high-scoring game trending over the total.
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