NCAAB · Final

Houston Cougars Edge Texas Tech Red Raiders 69-65

Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Fertitta Center

Houston Cougars 69, Texas Tech Red Raiders 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Houston Cougars?

Houston Cougars beat Texas Tech Red Raiders 69-65 at Fertitta Center on January 6, 2026.

Who was favored in Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Houston Cougars?

Houston Cougars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -375 (about 79% implied). The favorite won.

In a closely contested matchup, the Houston Cougars defeated the Texas Tech Red Raiders 69-65 at the Fertitta Center. This victory marked a significant moment for the Cougars, who continued their strong season with a home record of 14-1, while the Red Raiders fell to 11-4 overall. Houston's recent form has been impressive, boasting a record of 9-1 in their last ten games, including a seven-game winning streak. They have averaged 79.9 points per game while allowing just 61.8, showcasing their strong defensive capabilities.

The Cougars' last five games have seen them maintain a perfect record, scoring an average of 81.8 points while allowing 60.0. Their home performance has been particularly noteworthy, with a home record of 7-1, indicating their dominance at the Fertitta Center. In contrast, Texas Tech has also been performing well, with an 8-2 record in their last ten games and a four-game winning streak. The Red Raiders have averaged 83.8 points per game during this stretch, but they have also allowed 75.0 points, highlighting a potential vulnerability in their defense.

Texas Tech's away record stands at 1-2, which contrasts with their strong home performance of 7-0. This game was crucial for both teams, as they sought to solidify their standings in the league. The previous meetings between these two teams in the 2025 season resulted in a split, with each team winning one game. Houston had previously lost to Texas Tech 81-82 at home but had won 69-61 in their last encounter on the road.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, so the impact of player availability remains unclear. However, both teams have shown resilience and depth in their rosters, contributing to their successful campaigns thus far.

The market had Houston favored by 7.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 142.5. The odds reflected Houston's strong home performance and recent form, while Texas Tech's away struggles were taken into account. The game conditions were typical for a January matchup, with both teams likely facing a competitive atmosphere at the Fertitta Center.

As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a tight contest characterized by key scoring plays. Kingston Flemings made a critical 10-foot pullup jump shot, bringing the score to 62-60 in favor of Houston. Chris Cenac Jr. contributed with crucial free throws, extending the Cougars' lead. The tension heightened as both teams exchanged baskets, with Fleming's 32-foot three-point jumper providing a significant boost for Houston.

The final moments saw Texas Tech's Christian Anderson attempt a long three-pointer, but it wasn't enough to overcome Houston's lead. Ultimately, the Cougars secured the victory, reinforcing their status as a formidable contender in the league. This game not only showcased the competitive spirit of both teams but also highlighted the ongoing narrative of their rivalry, setting the stage for future encounters.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HOU -7.5	142.5 o -108 / u -112	Texas Tech Red Raiders +295 · Houston Cougars -375

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Leaders

PointsKingston Flemings23Houston Cougars
AssistsKingston Flemings5Houston Cougars
ReboundsChris Cenac Jr.11Houston Cougars
PointsJaylen Petty20Texas Tech Red Raiders
AssistsChristian Anderson7Texas Tech Red Raiders
ReboundsJT Toppin11Texas Tech Red Raiders

Recent form

Houston Cougars

Last 10: 9-1Streak W779.9 scored · 61.8 allowed per game7-1 at home

W67-60at Cincinnati BearcatsJan 3
W69-60vs Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersDec 30
W94-85at Arkansas RazorbacksDec 20
W99-57vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersDec 13
W80-38vs Jackson State TigersDec 11
W82-67vs Florida State SeminolesDec 7
W66-56vs Notre Dame Fighting IrishNov 26
L73-76vs Tennessee VolunteersNov 25
W78-74vs Syracuse OrangeNov 24
W91-45vs Rider BroncsNov 21

Texas Tech Red Raiders

Last 10: 8-2Streak W483.8 scored · 75 allowed per game1-2 away

W102-80vs Oklahoma State CowboysJan 3
W87-57vs Winthrop EaglesDec 28
W82-81at Duke Blue DevilsDec 21
W101-90vs Northern Colorado BearsDec 17
L86-93at Arkansas RazorbacksDec 13
W82-58vs LSU TigersDec 7
W76-72vs Wyoming CowboysNov 30
W82-50vs LSU New Orleans PrivateersNov 26
L56-86at Purdue BoilermakersNov 22
W84-83vs Wake Forest Demon DeaconsNov 21

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Arizona	36-3	-	16-2
Houston	30-7	2	14-4
Iowa State	29-8	4	12-6
Kansas	24-11	4	12-6
Texas Tech	23-11	4	12-6
TCU	23-12	5	11-7
BYU	23-12	7	9-9
UCF	21-12	7	9-9
West Virginia	21-14	7	9-9
Cincinnati	18-15	7	9-9
Colorado	17-16	9	7-11
Arizona State	17-16	9	7-11
Oklahoma State	20-15	10	6-12
Baylor	17-17	10	6-12
Kansas State	12-20	13	3-15
Utah	10-22	14	2-16

Box score

Stat	Texas Tech Red Raiders	Houston Cougars
Field goals	23-56	24-61
Field goal %	41	39
Three-pointers	9-28	4-17
Three-point %	32	24
Free throws	10-11	17-22
Free throw %	91	77
Rebounds	35	36
Offensive rebounds	8	12
Defensive rebounds	27	24
Assists	14	8
Steals	4	5
Blocks	5	2
Turnovers	14	6
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	4	13
Fast-break points	2	9
Points in the paint	20	28
Fouls	19	15
Largest lead	6	7
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	53	37

How the scoring went

2nd Half33-37Kingston Flemings makes driving layup
2nd Half35-37JT Toppin makes layup (Donovan Atwell assists)
2nd Half35-38Kingston Flemings makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half35-39Kingston Flemings makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half35-41Joseph Tugler makes layup (Kingston Flemings assists)
2nd Half37-41Christian Anderson makes driving layup
2nd Half39-41Leon Horner makes layup (JT Toppin assists)
2nd Half40-41Jaylen Petty makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half41-41Jaylen Petty makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half42-41Jaylen Petty makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half44-41JT Toppin makes 13-foot hook shot (Christian Anderson assists)
2nd Half44-42Emanuel Sharp makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-43Emanuel Sharp makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half46-43JT Toppin makes layup
2nd Half46-45Milos Uzan makes 19-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half49-45Jaylen Petty makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half49-46Joseph Tugler makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-47Joseph Tugler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-47Donovan Atwell makes 27-foot three point jumper (LeJuan Watts assists)
2nd Half52-49Chris Cenac Jr. makes 2-foot dunk (Kingston Flemings assists)
2nd Half55-49Donovan Atwell makes 27-foot three point jumper (LeJuan Watts assists)
2nd Half55-51Emanuel Sharp makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half55-52Emanuel Sharp makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-53Emanuel Sharp makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-53JT Toppin makes layup (Christian Anderson assists)
2nd Half57-54Milos Uzan makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half57-55Milos Uzan makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-55Donovan Atwell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-55Donovan Atwell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-57Joseph Tugler makes 7-foot hook shot
2nd Half59-60Kingston Flemings makes 25-foot three pointer
2nd Half60-60LeJuan Watts makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-62Kingston Flemings makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half60-63Chris Cenac Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-63JT Toppin makes layup (LeJuan Watts assists)
2nd Half62-66Kingston Flemings makes 32-foot three point jumper (Chris Cenac Jr. assists)
2nd Half62-67Kingston Flemings makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-68Chris Cenac Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-69Chris Cenac Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-69Christian Anderson makes 45-foot three point jumper