Texas Tech and Drake play in second round of NCAA Tournament
- Grant McCasland is attempting to lead Texas Tech to the Sweet 16 for the first time in his two seasons, facing off against his friend, Ben McCollum, coach of Drake, who has a record of 31 wins this season.
- Drake upset Missouri in their first-round game, propelled by Bennett Stirtz's performance, as they aim for an eighth straight win.
- Texas Tech is favored by 7.5 points in the matchup, highlighting the competitive nature of their encounter as both teams strive for victory in the NCAA Tournament.
- Both coaches acknowledge their friendship will pause during the fiercely competitive game, emphasizing their desire to win.
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Texas Tech and Drake play in second round of NCAA Tournament
Drake Bulldogs (31-3, 20-3 MVC) vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders (26-8, 16-6 Big 12) Wichita, Kansas; Saturday, 6:10 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Red Raiders -6.5; over/under is 126.5 BOTTOM LINE: No. 9 Texas Tech and Drake meet in the NCAA Tournament second round. The Red Raiders are 16-6 against Big 12 opponents and 10-2 in non-conference play. Texas Tech ranks fifth in the Big 12 in rebounding averaging 33.4 rebounds. JT Toppin leads the Red Ra…

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Drake vs Texas Tech NCAA Tournament Props & Picks on Kerwin Walton
Drake (31-3) at Texas Tech (26-8) When: Mar 22 2025, 6:10 PM Where: INTRUST Bank Arena, Wichita, KS, USA TV: TNT Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total Drake (#11) @ Texas Tech (#3) Moneyline Drake (#11) +280 Texas Tech (#3) -360 Drake (#11) @ Texas Tech (#3) Point Spread Drake (#11) 7.5 (-105) Texas Tech (#3) -7.5 (-115) Drake (#11) @ Texas Tech (#3) Total Over 126.0 (-115) Under 126.0 (-105) Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook Get real-…
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