Texas Tech Red Raiders vs BYU Cougars NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/7
The Texas Tech Red Raiders will take on the BYU Cougars this Saturday at the Marriott Center in Provo, Utah. This Big 12 conference game will be aired on ESPN at 10:30 PM ET. The Cougars enter as the favorite with a spread of -1.5, while the Red Raiders are the underdog with a spread of +1.5.
Texas Tech comes into this game with a 22-8 record and an AP rank of #10. They have been strong at home with a 16-3 record but have faced challenges on the road, going 6-5. BYU holds a 20-10 record, performing well at home with a 15-4 record. Both teams will be looking to secure a win in this key conference game. The over/under for the game is set at 159.5.
Texas Tech Red Raiders vs BYU Cougars Game Day Info
- Sport: College Basketball
- Teams: Texas Tech Red Raiders vs BYU Cougars
- Venue: Marriott Center, Provo UT
- Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
- Betting Odds: BYU Cougars Spread -1.5 (-116), Texas Tech Red Raiders Spread +1.5 (-107), BYU Cougars MoneyLine -129, Texas Tech Red Raiders MoneyLine +105, Over/Under 159.5 (-111)
Texas Tech Red Raiders Team Preview
The Texas Tech Red Raiders have had a strong season with a 22-8 record. They are ranked #10 in the AP Poll. Their performance on the road shows a record of 6-5.
In recent games, the Red Raiders have shown a mix of results. They won against Iowa State by 9 points with a field goal percentage of 58.5%. However, they lost to TCU by 8 points, with Donovan Atwell scoring 19 points in that game.
Key players like Christian Anderson, who averages 19.1 points per game, lead the team. The Red Raiders are known for their three-point shooting, making 11.5 per game. They also have a solid effective field goal percentage of 56.5%, ranking them 23rd nationally.
BYU Cougars Team Preview
The BYU Cougars have had a challenging stretch recently. They dropped their last three games, including a tough 90-68 loss against Cincinnati. Despite these setbacks, they hold a solid overall record of 20-10 this season.
The Cougars perform well offensively, scoring 84.4 points per game, which ranks them 26th nationally. Their field goal percentage stands at 47.8%, placing them in the 46th spot. However, they need to improve on defense, with only 7.3 steals per game and 4.6 blocks per game.
Key players like AJ Dybantsa and Robert O. Wright III contribute significantly. Dybantsa averages 24.8 points and 6.8 rebounds per game. Meanwhile, Wright III adds 18.4 points and 3.5 rebounds per game, providing strong support for the team.
BTB Betting Pick
For the spread pick, Texas Tech +1.5 is the recommendation. BYU is favored, but Texas Tech’s strong three-point shooting and effective field goal percentage make them a solid choice. The projected score is Texas Tech 84, BYU 83, suggesting a close game where Texas Tech covers the spread.
The over/under pick is on the under 159.5. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, but their possession rates are not overly fast. The projected total score is 167, but with both teams’ moderate pace, the game could slow down, keeping the total under the line.