Oklahoma is in a tough spot after their upset win over Texas Tech on Jan. 30. This is their worst win of the season, and the Sooners are ranked 40th in the KenPom rankings. The Sooners have lost guard Elijah Harkless, who averages 10 points per game, to an undisclosed injury. They are also averaging just 3.7 steals per game. The Big 12 is full of teams that can beat the odds, and the odds of winning this one are good.
In their first meeting, Oklahoma won 70-55. In the second, the Sooners won 66-42. However, the Sooners had a poor shooting night and finished the season losing their last three games. In the Big 12 Tournament, they were swept by TCU, Oklahoma State, and Texas. They struggled in those games without Harkless, and this will likely be a tough time for the Sooners to overcome that.
While the Sooners are capable of shooting over the tough Texas Tech defense, Texas Tech struggles to get its offense going. They lost to Oklahoma State and TCU last season, and have not been able to put together a strong offensive game in recent years. If this is the case, Oklahoma will be able to shoot over the tough defense. While they aren’t the best shot on the field, the Sooners’ strong defense should be enough to stop Texas Tech.
Oklahoma’s offense is loaded with talent and is a strong complement to their big-play style. The Red Raiders struggled in their first meeting without Harkless, and will need that same effort from the rest of the team. The Texas Tech defense is the best in the nation, so any lapses will hurt their chances of winning the conference. But the Sooners aren’t going to be a pushover.
Oklahoma’s offense has been a big concern for Texas Tech this season. With the defending champion, the Sooners have been a reliable underdog in the past two Big 12 tournaments. If they can play like Baylor, they can cover the spread. While the Raiders’ defense is stronger than Baylor’s, it is prone to turnovers. In addition, the game will be closer than expected with the spread, making it a tough matchup to bet on.
Despite the fact that this is the second meeting between these teams, the first meeting was a battle of momentum and defensive style. Oklahoma won 70-55 and Texas Tech won 66-42 in the first matchup. They finished with identical record, but had a rough time with their opponent on the road. As a result, the spread between the two teams is a very close game.
As expected, both teams had strong wins in the Big 12 tournament. Nevertheless, the Oklahoma Sooners were able to upset the top-seeded Baylor. This is a major reason to believe that the Sooners will be able to cover the spread in this matchup. If the Oklahoma Sooners can play similar to Baylor, they should be able to cover the spread. If they play like Baylor, however, they must lower their turnover rate. In addition, they must be careful with their 3-point shooting percentage.
Regardless of the outcome of the matchup, Oklahoma is likely to win the game. The Sooners have been a better defensive team in the Big 12 Tournament. This season, they will have to adjust and play similarly to the Raiders. As a result, they must make sure to minimize their turnovers to cover the spread. But, Texas Tech is still a top pick in this game.
Despite the loss to Oklahoma, the Red Raiders are still in a good spot. They won’t be blown away by the win over Oklahoma Tech. But if they do, they will be favored to win the game. The game is a great opportunity for Oklahoma to get a win over the Big 12 champion. So, be careful to bet on this game!
The Texas Tech Red Raiders have an excellent chance of winning the game on Tuesday night. The No. 3 seed Oklahoma Sooners won against Baylor a week ago and are on a three-game winning streak. Both teams have won two out of their last three games. In their previous matchup, they have beaten Iowa State and Baylor. TexasTech is on a three-game winning streak and is 3-5 in conference tournaments.
