Utah Utes vs Texas Tech Red Raiders NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/14
The Utah Utes will go up against the #15 Texas Tech Red Raiders on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 9:00 PM ET. The game will take place at the United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, Texas. This is a Big 12 conference game, and fans can watch it on PEAC.
The Red Raiders are the favorites with a spread of -17.5 and a moneyline of -2416. The Utes are the underdogs with a spread of +17.5 and a moneyline of +1038. The over/under for this game is set at 160.5. Texas Tech holds a 12-4 record this season, while Utah has an 8-8 record. Both teams are looking to improve their standings in the conference.
Utah Utes vs Texas Tech Red Raiders Game Day Info
- Sport: College Basketball
- Teams: Utah Utes vs Texas Tech Red Raiders
- Venue: United Supermarkets Arena, Lubbock TX
- Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
- Betting Odds: Texas Tech Spread -17.5 (-113), Utah Spread +17.5 (-110), Texas Tech MoneyLine -2416, Utah MoneyLine +1038, Over/Under 160.5
Utah Utes Team Preview
The Utah Utes are struggling away from home this season. They have not won any of their four away games. Their overall record stands at 8-8, but they are 0-4 on the road.
In recent games, Utah faced tough competition. They lost 84-89 to BYU, with Terrence Brown scoring 25 points. Against Colorado, they fell 73-85, with Don McHenry leading the team with 24 points.
Terrence Brown is a key player for the Utes, averaging 21.6 points per game. Don McHenry contributes 18.6 points per game, while Keanu Dawes adds 12.3 points and 8.8 rebounds per game. Utah scores an average of 80.6 points per game, placing them 124th in the nation.
Texas Tech Red Raiders Team Preview
The Texas Tech Red Raiders have shown a strong performance in recent games. They hold a 12-4 record this season, with a notable 10-1 at home. Ranked #15 in the AP poll, they are making their mark in the Big 12 conference.
Offensively, the Red Raiders score an average of 83.1 points per game. They have a solid three-point shooting percentage at 37.6%, ranking 42nd nationally. Their free throw percentage, however, is 69.1%, which ranks lower at 348th.
Defensively, they average 6.6 steals and 3.4 blocks per game. The team has some room to improve in these areas. Players like JT Toppin and Christian Anderson have been key contributors, providing strong performances in scoring and rebounds.
BTB Betting Pick
For the spread pick, Texas Tech is favored by 17.5 points. With their strong offense scoring 83.1 points per game, Texas Tech should cover the spread against Utah. Utah’s defense struggles, allowing many points, and Texas Tech’s shooting, especially from three-point range, is impressive. Therefore, pick Texas Tech -17.5.
For the over/under, the line is set at 160.5 points. Both teams have offenses that can score, with Utah averaging 80.6 points and Texas Tech at 83.1. However, their combined average of 163.7 points per game suggests a higher total than the line. Considering these stats, the recommendation is to take the over 160.5.