Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Houston Cougars NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/6

The Texas Tech Red Raiders are set to play against the Houston Cougars on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET. The game will take place at the Fertitta Center in Houston, TX. This is a Big 12 conference game, and it will be aired on FS1.

Houston is favored to win with a spread of -6.5. The Cougars have a strong record of 13-1 this season, showing their dominance, especially at home with a 10-1 record. Texas Tech, ranked #14, holds an 11-3 record, with a 1-2 record in away games. The Red Raiders are considered the underdog with a moneyline of +247, while Houston’s moneyline is -319.

Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Houston Cougars Game Day Info

• Sport: College Basketball
• Teams: Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Houston Cougars
• Venue: Fertitta Center, Houston TX
• Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026
• Betting Odds:
  • Texas Tech Spread: +6.5 (-110)
  • Houston Spread: -6.5 (-113)
  • Texas Tech MoneyLine: +247
  • Houston MoneyLine: -319
  • Over: 141.5 (-110)
  • Under: 141.5 (-112)
  • Favorite: Houston Cougars
  • Underdog: Texas Tech Red Raiders

Texas Tech Red Raiders Team Preview

The Texas Tech Red Raiders have had a strong start to their season. They hold an 11-3 record, with a notable 10-1 record at home. Their performance on the road has been less impressive at 1-2. They rank #14 in the AP poll and are part of the Big 12 conference.

The Red Raiders have been scoring well, with an average of 85.1 points per game. They are effective from beyond the arc, making 11.1 three-pointers per game, which ranks 20th. Their field goal percentage stands at 47.2%, showing consistency in shooting.

Christian Anderson has been a standout player, leading with 20.5 points per game. JT Toppin follows closely, averaging 21.2 points and 10.8 rebounds per game. LeJuan Watts also contributes with 14.1 points and 5.8 rebounds per game, making them key players for the team.

Houston Cougars Team Preview

The Houston Cougars hold an impressive 13-1 record this season. They are strong at home with a 10-1 record, showing their ability to defend their court. The team is ranked #7 in the AP poll and plays in the Big 12 Conference.

Offensively, the Cougars average 77.9 points per game. They shoot 45.0% from the field and make 9.1 three-pointers per game. Their free throw percentage stands at 76.3%, which ranks 77th nationally.

On defense, the Cougars average 9.1 steals and 3.9 blocks per game. They manage to keep their turnovers low at 8.8 per game. Kingston Flemings is a key player, averaging 15.6 points per game with a shooting percentage of 54.3%.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, take Texas Tech at +6.5. Houston is favored, but Texas Tech scores 85.1 points per game, which is higher than Houston’s 77.9. With Texas Tech’s strong three-point shooting and Houston’s average defense, Texas Tech should cover the spread.

For the over/under pick, choose the over at 141.5. Texas Tech’s offense is high-scoring, and their defense allows points. Houston also has a decent offense. The projected score could be close to 150 points, making the over a strong choice.