Winthrop Eagles vs Texas Tech Red Raiders Picks and Predictions December 28th 2025

Winthrop Eagles vs Texas Tech Red Raiders Betting Preview

The Winthrop Eagles enter 8-6 and look to test their high-powered offense, while the Texas Tech Red Raiders aim to defend home court in this non-conference matchup at United Supermarkets Arena.

Line Movement and Odds

Texas Tech opened as a heavy favorite, with the line reflecting confidence in their home-court dominance. Current market:

• Texas Tech Spread: -17.5 (-112)
• Winthrop Spread: +17.5 (-112)
• Texas Tech MoneyLine: -4057
• Winthrop MoneyLine: +1111
• Total: 165.5 (-110)

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Matchup Breakdown

Winthrop Outlook

Winthrop averages 90.3 points per game, with Daylen Berry, Logan Duncomb, and a deep rotation leading the offense. Their perimeter shooting (11.1 threes per game, 22nd nationally) and rebounding edge (41.6 per game, 37th nationally) highlight balance. Their 3-5 road record underscores inconsistency, though their recent 107-point win shows offensive dominance.

Texas Tech Outlook

Texas Tech averages 83.5 points per game, with Christian Anderson, LeJuan Watts, and JT Toppin providing scoring depth. Their perimeter shooting (10.7 threes per game, 37.2% accuracy) and 8-1 home record highlight offensive strength. Their 9-3 overall record underscores betting confidence heading into Big 12 play.

Key Matchup / Path to Victory

The game hinges on Texas Tech’s ability to contain Winthrop’s perimeter shooting, while Winthrop must lean on Duncomb to control the boards. If Texas Tech controls tempo and limits second-chance opportunities, their depth should create separation.

Injuries / Availability

Winthrop: No injury updates provided.

Texas Tech: No injury updates provided.

Environment

United Supermarkets Arena provides Texas Tech with a strong home-court edge, where they are 8-1 this season. Winthrop’s road struggles highlight the difficulty of competing in Lubbock.

Best Bets and Prediction

Projected Final Score: Texas Tech 88, Winthrop 85

• Winthrop +17.5 → Best Bet. Their offensive pace and perimeter shooting make them a strong cover candidate.
• Over 165.5 → Total play. Both teams’ scoring averages point toward a combined score above the line.

Texas Tech’s depth and shooting should dictate the game, but Winthrop’s offense keeps the spread in play. Expect a competitive contest trending over the total.

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