- Matchup: Sam Houston State Bearkats vs Texas Tech Red Raiders
- Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
- Venue: United Supermarkets Arena, Lubbock, TX
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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This Friday, the United Supermarkets Arena will host the thrilling showdown between the Texas Tech Red Raiders (1-0) and the Sam Houston State Bearkats (1-0).
In their previous match, the Sam Houston State Bearkats secured a decisive victory over LeTourneau with a score of 95-59. The Bearkats committed 21 fouls compared to LeTourneau’s 17, and hit 7 of 29 attempts from beyond the arc. LeTourneau excelled at the free-throw line, converting 22 of their 24 attempts for an impressive 91.7%. Additionally, LeTourneau recorded 25 rebounds (5 offensive, 20 defensive) and had 11 assists alongside 5 steals. Defensively, Sam Houston State was formidable, limiting their opponents to a mere 23.8% shooting on 15 of 63 attempts. They also recorded 19 assists and forced 13 turnovers while achieving 11 steals. On the boards, the Bearkats accumulated a staggering 55 rebounds, including 20 offensive. At the charity stripe, they were successful on 21 of 25 attempts, registering an 84.0% free-throw percentage. Overall, Sam Houston State finished with a 44.7% field goal percentage, converting 34 of 76 shots and hitting 6 of 27 attempts from three-point range.
Jacobe Coleman was a standout player in the game, scoring 17 points on 8 of 15 shooting. He logged 19 minutes on the court and grabbed 5 rebounds, finishing with a shooting accuracy of 53.3% along with 1 assist.
Entering this matchup, Sam Houston State boasts a record of 1-0 for the season. The team averages 11.0 turnovers per game and commits 21.0 fouls. They are currently grabbing 59.0 rebounds and have dished out 19 assists this season, ranking 127th in Division 1 for assists. The Bearkats are hitting 22.2% from three-point range (6 of 27) and 84.0% from the free-throw line. They score an impressive 95.0 points per game (78th nationally) while shooting 44.7% from the field.
On defense, the Bearkats force an average of 13.0 turnovers per game while drawing 17.0 personal fouls. They allow 24.1% accuracy on three-point shots and rank 106th in the nation for points per game allowed with an average of 59.0. Sam Houston State holds opponents to a field goal percentage of 23.8% (15 of 63), while conceding 36.0 rebounds per matchup. They rank 158th in college basketball, allowing their opponents 11 assists so far this season.
In their last outing, the Texas Tech Red Raiders overwhelmed Lindenwood, winning 98-60. The Red Raiders amassed 56 rebounds, split between 35 defensive and 21 offensive, and committed 6 turnovers while achieving 12 steals. Lindenwood committed 21 fouls, resulting in Texas Tech taking 23 free-throw attempts, converting 15 at a rate of 65.2%. The Red Raiders excelled from long-range, hitting 17 of 45 three-point attempts (37.8%). Overall, Texas Tech shot 33 of 82 from the field, translating to a shooting percentage of 40.2%. Defensively, they restricted Lindenwood to 19 of 61 shooting, which is 31.1%. Lindenwood managed a mere 23.8% accuracy beyond the arc (5 of 21) and shot 17 of 26 from the free-throw line (65.4%). The Red Raiders allowed a total of 42 rebounds to Lindenwood, with 10 coming from offensive efforts.
Christian Anderson delivered an outstanding performance for Texas Tech by scoring 34 points during his 37 minutes of play, while also dishing out 11 assists. He achieved a shooting rate of 47.8% by hitting 11 of 23 attempts and contributed 7 rebounds.
Texas Tech stands at 1-0 this season. The Red Raiders average 21.0 fouls per game and are making 65.2% of their free-throw attempts. With an assist rate of 20.0 assists per game (ranked 88th in college), they commit 7.0 turnovers per game. The Red Raiders have accumulated 98 points thus far, pulling down an average of 59.0 rebounds per game. Offensively, Texas Tech shoots 40.2% from the field, ranking 269th in Division 1.
Defensively, Texas Tech is positioned 113th in points allowed per game, giving up an average of 60.0. They force opponents into 14.0 turnovers per game and allow a shooting percentage of 31.1% (57th in college basketball). The Red Raiders give up 23.8% accuracy on three-point shots (5 of 21), while opponents convert 65.4% of their free-throw attempts. They allow 7.0 assists and 43.0 rebounds per game, placing them 67th and 309th respectively in college basketball.
Who will cover the spread in tonight’s NCAA game?
Prediction: Bet on Sam Houston State
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