Kansas Jayhawks vs Texas Tech Red Raiders – College Basketball Preview – Feb 2, 2026
The Kansas Jayhawks will take on the Texas Tech Red Raiders on Monday, February 2, 2026. This Big 12 game will be played at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, Texas. The game will be shown on ESPN at 9:00 PM ET.
Texas Tech, ranked #11, is the favorite with a spread of -4.5. Kansas, ranked #14, comes in as the underdog with a spread of +4.5. The Jayhawks have a regular-season record of 16-5, while the Red Raiders hold the same record. Both teams aim to improve their standings in the Big 12 conference.
Kansas Jayhawks Team Preview
The Kansas Jayhawks are on a strong run this season. They hold an AP Rank of #14 and play in the Big 12 conference. Their current record stands at 16-5, with a solid 7-3 mark in away games.
In recent games, the Jayhawks have been successful. They won against the BYU Cougars, Kansas State Wildcats, and Colorado Buffaloes. They scored 90, 86, and 75 points, respectively, in these games.
Key players include Flory Bidunga and Melvin Council Jr. Bidunga is averaging 14.5 points and 8.9 rebounds per game. Council Jr. is contributing with 13.7 points and 4.7 rebounds per game.
Texas Tech Red Raiders Team Preview
The Texas Tech Red Raiders hold an impressive record this season. They are ranked #11 in the AP poll. Their record stands at 16-5 overall, with a strong 13-1 at home.
The Red Raiders have been scoring 84.0 points per game, ranking 49th in the nation. They attempt 29.1 three-pointers per game, making 11.4 on average. This gives them a 39.1% success rate from beyond the arc, placing them 29th overall.
On the defensive side, the Red Raiders have some work to do. They average just 6.0 steals and 3.4 blocks per game. However, their turnover rate is low, with only 10.2 per game, ranking 337th in the country.
Betting Prediction
Texas Tech is a strong team with a good offense. They score 84 points per game, which ranks 49th. Kansas scores 78.8 points per game, which is 145th.
Kansas has a strong defense, but they allow too many steals per game. Texas Tech has been scoring well in recent games, hitting the over in their last three. The total of 154.5 seems reachable with both teams’ scoring abilities.
Texas Tech’s shooting is also good, with a 39.1% from three-point range. Kansas’ defense may struggle against this. The trend shows Texas Tech games often hit the over.
- Pick: Over 154.5
