Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Colorado Buffaloes NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/10

The Texas Tech Red Raiders, ranked #14, are set to play against the Colorado Buffaloes on Saturday, January 10, 2026. The game will take place at the CU Events Center in Boulder, Colorado. Texas Tech is favored with a spread of -5.5, while Colorado has a spread of +5.5. The game is a Big 12 conference matchup and will be broadcasted on CBSS.

Texas Tech comes into the game with an 11-4 record for the season. They have been strong at home with a 10-1 record but have struggled on the road with a 1-3 record. Colorado, on the other hand, has a 12-3 record and is also strong at home with a 10-1 record. The Red Raiders’ moneyline is set at -284, while the Buffaloes’ moneyline is +221. The over/under for the game is set at 159.5 points.

Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Colorado Buffaloes Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Colorado Buffaloes
  • Venue: CU Events Center, Boulder CO
  • Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Texas Tech -5.5 (-117), Colorado +5.5 (-108), Texas Tech MoneyLine -284, Colorado MoneyLine +221, Over/Under 159.5

Texas Tech Red Raiders Team Preview

The Texas Tech Red Raiders hold an 11-4 record this season. They are ranked #14 and play in the Big 12 conference. Their away record stands at 1-3, showing a need for improvement in games on the road.

In recent games, the Red Raiders secured a significant win against Oklahoma State, winning by 22 points. They scored 102 points in that game with Christian Anderson and JT Toppin leading the charge. However, their last game ended in a close loss against Houston, with a final score of 65-69.

Offensively, Texas Tech averages 83.7 points per game, placing them 74th in scoring. They have a strong 3-point game, making 10.9 threes per game, which ranks them 28th. Despite their scoring ability, their free throw percentage is lower at 70.1%, ranking them 308th.

Colorado Buffaloes Team Preview

The Colorado Buffaloes have shown strong performance this season with a 12-3 record. At home, they have been dominant, holding a 10-1 record. Their recent win against Utah by 12 points highlights their ability to score, as they put up 85 points with a field goal percentage of 46.8%.

Offensively, the Buffaloes score an average of 86.5 points per game, ranking them 41st in the nation. They have a solid field goal percentage of 49.7%, placing them 30th. However, they struggle with three-pointers, making only 6.9 per game, which ranks 324th.

Isaiah Johnson stands out as a key player, averaging 15.6 points per game. His three-point shooting is impressive, with a percentage of 44.9%. Bangot Dak also contributes significantly, averaging 11.8 points and 7.4 rebounds per game.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, Texas Tech is favored by 5.5 points. They average 83.7 points per game, while Colorado averages 86.5 points per game. Despite Colorado’s higher scoring, Texas Tech’s better three-point shooting and effective field goal percentage give them an edge. Therefore, the recommendation is to pick Texas Tech to cover the spread of -5.5.

Regarding the over/under, the line is set at 159.5 points. The combined average points per game for both teams is 170.2. With both teams having strong offensive stats, the projected score is likely to exceed the current line. Thus, the recommendation is to go with the over 159.5 points.