Don't be surprised if Texas Tech becomes a trendy long shot to win the NCAA tournament.
The Red Raiders are the ninth place team in the country, but they could sit on 30/1 and win the ional championship and fly under the radar compared to teams like Duke, Auburn and Florida.
That could change with a deep run in the Big 12 tournament, but for now, Texas Tech is still in the weeds.
The Red Raiders will open their Big 12 tournament schedule in a showdown with Baylor on Thursday evening. Texas Tech is currently sitting as a 6.5-point favorite.
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Baylor vs. Texas Tech Odds
| team | Spread it | Money Line | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor | +6.5 | +230 | O141 |
| Texas Tech | -6.5 | -295 | U141 |
Baylor vs. Texas Tech Betting Preview
Texas Tech could be considered a titan lying in March this year.
The Red Raiders dealt with some injuries in big spots mid-season, but now they're perfectly fit and appear to be hot at perfect timing.
Texas Tech finished the regular season with three compelling victories, including Kansas' upset.
Baylor put together a compelling victory over Kansas on Wednesday night, but there were few such results for the bear.
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Scott Drew's side seems like a classic team that takes care of business against fewer opponents, but can't level up against heavyweights.
The Bears went 0-7 against the Big 12 top five teams and didn't cover any of those contests.
According to Kenpom and Barttorvik, the Bears are still considered to be in the top 30 teams, but not on the same level as Texas Tech, which sits in the top 10 in both power ratings.
Baylor vs. Texas Tech Pick
I feel pretty safe to say I have a decent idea about where Baylor's floor and ceiling is this season. The Bears are solid teams that beat fewer opposition.
That's not what they deal with Wednesday nights. The Red Raiders are one of the best teams in the country, and they could only get better from here.
Pick: Texas Tech-6.5
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