Texas Tech Red Raiders Narrowly Miss Victory in Overtime Against Iowa State Cyclones

In a closely contested matchup that went into overtime, the Texas Tech Red Raiders faced off against the Iowa State Cyclones at United Supermarkets Arena. The game concluded with the Cyclones edging out a victory with an 85-84 scoreline. This intense conference game saw both teams pushing their limits, but ultimately, the Cyclones secured the win. The Red Raiders now stand with an updated season record, while the Cyclones improved theirs as well.

Key Highlights from the Game

The Texas Tech Red Raiders showcased a strong performance throughout regular time and into overtime. Despite falling just short of a win, several players stood out for their contributions on court. Christian Anderson and Chance McMillian each scored 18 points, leading their team in scoring alongside JT Toppin who also added 18 points and grabbed 9 rebounds. Elijah Hawkins facilitated playmaking with an impressive 10 assists.

On defense, though they managed only one block compared to Iowa State's three, they were relentless in securing rebounds with a total of 37 against Iowa State's 31. Their effort was notable in offensive rebounds where they led with 14 over Iowa State's eight.

The Cyclones demonstrated why they are ranked third nationally by making critical plays when it mattered most. They capitalized on fast break opportunities to score 22 points and showed efficiency from both inside and outside the paint.

Looking Ahead

As fans look forward to what comes next for Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball team, attention turns to their upcoming game against Kansas State Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum on January 14th at 9:00 PM EDT. This away game promises another exciting chapter for the team as they aim to bounce back from this narrow defeat. Fans can catch all the action live on CBS Sports Network.

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