Cougars vs Red Raiders
Battle on the High Plains
Houston @ Texas Tech
February 24 | 9:00pm ET | United Supermarkets Arena
Grade B: Houston Moneyline
Cougars guard Marcus Reed, a lights-out shooter from deep, leads Houston—often called the Coogs—into Lubbock for a showdown with the gritty Red Raiders. With Houston’s stifling half-court defense, Texas Tech’s relentless rebounding edge, and both teams’ penchant for capitalizing on transition opportunities, the stage is set for a tight, intense battle until the final buzzer. Take Houston at -125, a B-graded pick.
Grade B+: Houston -1.5
Cougars guard Marcus Reed, a driving force in the backcourt, guides Houston—often referred to as the Coogs—into a tough road environment against the Red Raiders, whose swarming defense and boisterous crowd give them a distinct home-court edge. With Houston’s up-tempo transition attack, Texas Tech’s ability to stretch the floor, and both teams battling for control on the glass, this showdown is likely to hinge on late-game execution. Take Houston at -1.5 (-110), earning a B+ grade.
Grade B: Over 132 Points
Red Raiders forward Jamal Rivers, a bruising presence under the rim, will try to slow down the explosive Cougars—often called the Coogs—who thrive on pushing the pace in transition. With Texas Tech’s rugged defense, Houston’s knack for fast-break points, and both squads generating extra scoring chances through a high offensive rebounding rate, the stage is set for a competitive matchup that could run up the total. Take the Over 132, graded a B pick.
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