Colorado Buffaloes vs Texas Tech Red Raiders Picks and Prediction for Wednesday, February 11
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The Colorado Buffaloes travel to Lubbock to face the Texas Tech Red Raiders on Wednesday night at United Supermarkets Arena. Colorado is 14-10 overall and 4-7 in Big 12 play, placing the Buffaloes 11th in the conference standings following an inconsistent stretch in league action. Texas Tech comes in at 17-6 overall and 7-3 in conference play, sitting tied for third in the Big 12 standings. Get a betting edge with our free college basketball picks.
Game Information
- Date: Wednesday, February 11
- Time: 8:00 PM ET
- Location: United Supermarkets Arena, Lubbock, TX
- TV: ESPN+
Colorado Buffaloes Preview
Colorado has used balanced scoring while averaging 81.3 points per game, though defensive consistency has been an issue as opponents score 78.1 points per contest. Isaiah Johnson leads the Buffaloes in scoring, averaging 16.3 points per game, and contributes defensively with 1.1 steals per game. Barrington Hargress is second in scoring, averaging 14.1 points per game, and leads the team in assists, averaging 4.4 per game, helping Colorado initiate its half-court sets and transition offense.
In the frontcourt, Bangot Dak anchors the interior, leading the Buffaloes in rebounding (6.8 per game) and blocks (1.4 per game), helping Colorado contest shots and limit clean looks in the paint. The Buffaloes average 34.8 rebounds per game and generate 6.3 steals per contest. Turnovers have not been a problem, as the Buffaloes are averaging just 9.8 per game. Colorado does not have any players listed on its injury report.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 81.3
- Points Allowed: 78.1
- Rebounds: 34.8
- Assists: 15.8
- Steals: 6.3
- Blocks: 3.3
- Turnovers: 9.8
Texas Tech Red Raiders Preview
Texas Tech enters averaging 82.3 points per game while allowing just 73.5, relying on physical defense and strong rebounding to control tempo. JT Toppin leads the Red Raiders in scoring, averaging 21.8 points per game, and dominates the glass with a team-high average of 10.5 rebounds per contest, giving Texas Tech a consistent advantage in second-chance opportunities. Christian Anderson runs the offense, averaging 7.7 assists per game while adding 19.3 points per game to provide perimeter scoring.
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Defensively, Texas Tech generates 6.3 steals per game and gets rim protection from Toppin, who averages 1.6 blocks per game. The Red Raiders average 37.3 rebounds per game and limit mistakes, committing 10.5 turnovers per game while forcing opponents into difficult half-court possessions. Nolan Groves is questionable.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 82.3
- Points Allowed: 73.5
- Rebounds: 37.3
- Assists: 16.2
- Steals: 6.3
- Blocks: 3.3
- Turnovers: 10.5
Colorado Buffaloes vs Texas Tech Red Raiders Prediction
Texas Tech’s interior scoring and rebounding edge create matchup problems for a Colorado team that struggles to defend efficiently in conference play. The Red Raiders’ ability to control the glass, generate points through JT Toppin in the paint, and limit transition chances by managing turnovers keeps pressure on Colorado throughout the game. Colorado can score in stretches, but defensive mistakes and rebounding disadvantages will be too much for the Buffaloes to overcome. Final Score Prediction: Texas Tech Red Raiders win and cover ATS, 84-68.
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