Longhorns Lock Horns with Red Raiders in Lubbock Showdown

As the Texas Longhorns prepare to face off against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at United Supermarkets Arena, fans are eager to see if the Longhorns can carry their recent momentum into this challenging away game. The clash, set in Lubbock, promises to be a test of resilience and strategy for both teams.

The Longhorns have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent outings. A tough loss against the Cougars saw them struggle defensively, allowing 82 points and managing only 61 themselves. Their field goal percentage stood at 39 percent with a three-point shooting rate of 33 percent – numbers they'll be looking to improve upon.

However, redemption came when they hosted the Mountaineers at Moody Center. The Longhorns displayed an offensive masterclass with a commanding victory scoring 94 points and shooting an impressive 51 percent from the field and an exceptional 47 percent from beyond the arc. Their assist-to-turnover ratio was outstanding at 5.6, indicating efficient ball movement and decision-making.

Their most recent home game against Iowa State's Cyclones showed resilience as they overcame a halftime deficit to win by five points despite shooting only 41 percent from the field. Free throws were crucial in this tight contest as they capitalized on these opportunities with a remarkable accuracy rate of 90 percent.

Heading into enemy territory, Texas will need to focus on maintaining their offensive efficiency while shoring up their defense to counteract the Red Raiders' home-court advantage. Rebounding will also be critical; ensuring control over both ends of the court could prove pivotal in keeping possession and creating second-chance opportunities.

Fans can catch all the action on ESPN Networks as these two teams battle it out on February 28th at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, TX – tip-off is scheduled for February's final stroke at midnight Central Time (02:00 AM UTC).