Northern Colorado Bears vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/16

The Northern Colorado Bears will take on the Texas Tech Red Raiders on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. The game will be held at the United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, Texas. This is a non-conference game, and it will be shown on ESPN+.

Northern Colorado comes into this game with a strong 9-1 record. Texas Tech, ranked #19, holds a 7-3 record. The Bears are the underdogs with a spread of +23.5, while the Red Raiders are favored with a -23.5 spread.

Northern Colorado Bears vs Texas Tech Red Raiders Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Northern Colorado Bears vs Texas Tech Red Raiders
  • Venue: United Supermarkets Arena, Lubbock TX
  • Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds:
    • Northern Colorado Bears Spread: +23.5 (-108)
    • Texas Tech Red Raiders Spread: -23.5 (-115)
    • Northern Colorado Bears MoneyLine: +2228
    • Texas Tech Red Raiders MoneyLine: -10000
    • Over/Under: 154.5

Northern Colorado Bears Team Preview

The Northern Colorado Bears have had a strong start to their season with a record of 9-1. They have been consistent both at home and on the road, with a 4-1 record away from their home court. In recent games, they defeated South Dakota Coyotes 89-87, Omaha Mavericks 75-70, and Regis College Pride 104-63.

Quinn Denker is leading the team in scoring, averaging 17.3 points per game. He also has 61 assists so far, making him a key player for the Bears. Brock Wisne is another standout, contributing 14.3 points and 6.3 rebounds per game.

The Bears have a high field goal percentage, making 50.3% of their shots. They are also effective from beyond the arc, hitting 37.9% of their three-point attempts. Defensively, they struggle with steals and blocks, averaging 5.0 steals and 2.4 blocks per game.

Texas Tech Red Raiders Team Preview

Texas Tech Red Raiders are currently ranked #19 in the AP poll. They hold a season record of 7-3, with a strong home record of 6-1. The Red Raiders play in the Big 12 Conference, which is known for its competitive teams.

In their recent games, Texas Tech showed a mix of results. They defeated LSU by 24 points but fell short against Arkansas with a 7-point loss. Despite these ups and downs, the team maintains a solid offensive performance, averaging 81.9 points per game.

Christian Anderson and JT Toppin are standout players for the Red Raiders. Anderson averages 19.8 points per game, while Toppin contributes with 21.8 points and 11.4 rebounds per game. These players are key to the team’s success and will be vital in future games.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, Texas Tech is favored by 23.5 points. Northern Colorado scores 87.4 points per game, which is high, but they play at a very slow pace with 61.3 possessions per game. Texas Tech, scoring 81.9 points per game, plays faster with 68.9 possessions. Given the pace difference and Texas Tech’s home advantage, they should cover the -23.5 spread. The projected score is Texas Tech 95, Northern Colorado 70.

For the over/under pick, the total is set at 154.5 points. Northern Colorado’s high scoring is offset by their slow pace, while Texas Tech plays faster but scores less. Combining these factors, the total may fall just below the set line. The projected total of 165 suggests a slight lean towards the over, but given the slow pace, the under 154.5 is the safer pick.