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BYU Cougars Look to Upset Texas Tech Red Raiders in Exciting Quarterfinal Matchup

The BYU Cougars are set to face off against the Texas Tech Red Raiders in an exhilarating quarterfinal matchup at the T-Mobile Center. Both teams have shown their prowess throughout the tournament, and this game promises to be a thrilling battle between two talented squads.


Jan 20, 2024; Lubbock, Texas, USA;  A Texas Tech Red Raiders pom squad member on the court in the second half during the game between the Texas Tech Red Raiders and the Brigham Young Cougars at United Supermarkets Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

According to the latest betting data, the odds are in favor of the Texas Tech Red Raiders. Multiple sportsbooks, including MGM, FanDuel, and Bet365NewJersey, have given them the edge with odds ranging from -135 to -128. On the other hand, the BYU Cougars are considered underdogs with odds ranging from +110 to +106.


In terms of the spread, sportsbooks such as MGM, DraftKings, FanDuel, Bet365NewJersey, and WilliamHillNewJersey have set a spread of 1.5 points in favor of the Texas Tech Red Raiders. This means that for bettors who choose to wager on Texas Tech, they will need their team to win by at least 2 points for their bet to be successful. Conversely, those who bet on BYU will win if they either win outright or lose by less than 2 points.


Jan 20, 2024; Lubbock, Texas, USA;  Brigham Young Cougars guard Townsend Tripple (12) reacts after hitting the floor in the second half during the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at United Supermarkets Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

The total points line for this game is set at 153. Sportsbooks like MGM and FanDuel have placed equal odds of -110 on both the over and under outcomes. This indicates that they expect a closely contested game with a total score close to 153 points.


It's worth noting that there has been some movement in the betting lines and odds leading up to this matchup. Bet365NewJersey initially had the opening odds for BYU at +110 but has since adjusted them down to +105. Conversely, their opening odds for Texas Tech were -130 but have now shifted up slightly to -125. This adjustment suggests that there has been increased confidence in the BYU Cougars, leading to a more favorable betting line for them.


Jan 20, 2024; Lubbock, Texas, USA;  Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Pop Isaacs (2) looks for an opening against Brigham Young Cougars guard Dallin Hall (30) in the second half at United Supermarkets Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

In conclusion, the upcoming quarterfinal matchup between the BYU Cougars and the Texas Tech Red Raiders is shaping up to be an intense battle. The odds favor Texas Tech, but the BYU Cougars have shown resilience throughout the tournament. With a spread of 1.5 points and a total points line of 153, this game could go either way. Fans can catch all the action on ESPN2 on March 14th at 4:30 PM UTC at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri, USA.


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