NCAAB · Final

UCF Knights Edge Texas Tech Red Raiders 88-80

Saturday, January 31, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Addition Financial Arena

UCF Knights 88, Texas Tech Red Raiders 80, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Texas Tech Red Raiders vs UCF Knights?

UCF Knights beat Texas Tech Red Raiders 88-80 at Addition Financial Arena on January 31, 2026.

Who was favored in Texas Tech Red Raiders vs UCF Knights?

Texas Tech Red Raiders were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -238 (about 70% implied). The underdog won.

In a thrilling matchup at Addition Financial Arena, the UCF Knights triumphed over the Texas Tech Red Raiders with a final score of 88-80. This victory not only showcased UCF's strong home performance but also highlighted their ability to fend off a formidable opponent, as they improved their home record to 18-4. The Knights entered the game on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated Arizona State 79-76 and Colorado 95-86. Their average scoring during the last ten games stood at 80.7 points per game, while they allowed an average of 80.0 points, indicating a propensity for high-scoring affairs.

On the other hand, Texas Tech came into the game with a solid away record of 16-5 and was riding a five-game winning streak. They had averaged 86.4 points in their last ten games while allowing 75.2 points. Their recent form included a notable victory over Houston, where they won 90-86, and a dominant performance against Baylor, winning 92-73. The Red Raiders had shown their scoring prowess, especially in away games, where they had a record of 3-1.

The matchup was particularly intriguing as it featured two teams with contrasting styles and recent forms. UCF had been strong at home with a record of 5-1 in their last six home games, while Texas Tech had been formidable on the road, boasting a 6-0 record in their last six away games. The previous meeting between these two teams took place on December 31, 2024, where UCF emerged victorious with an 87-83 scoreline, giving them a 1-0 lead in the all-time series.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant absences for either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this critical matchup. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Texas Tech favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 159.5. The odds reflected a competitive nature of the game, with UCF's moneyline at +195 and Texas Tech's at -238.

Conditions in the arena were conducive to an exciting game, with both teams showcasing their offensive skills. As the game progressed, UCF maintained a slight edge, with key scoring plays in the second half helping them to secure the victory. Notable moments included Christian Anderson's driving layup and JT Toppin's floating jump shot, which kept the pressure on Texas Tech as they attempted to close the gap.

As the game neared its conclusion, UCF's Themus Fulks made crucial free throws, extending their lead and ultimately sealing the win. The final moments were intense, with Texas Tech fighting hard, but UCF's defense held firm, allowing them to celebrate a hard-fought victory.

Overall, this game was a testament to UCF's resilience at home and their ability to perform under pressure, while Texas Tech will look to regroup and continue their strong season as they move forward.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	TTU -5.5	159.5 o -112 / u -108	Texas Tech Red Raiders -238 · UCF Knights +195

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Leaders

PointsThemus Fulks21UCF Knights
AssistsThemus Fulks7UCF Knights
ReboundsJohn Bol10UCF Knights
PointsJT Toppin27Texas Tech Red Raiders
AssistsChristian Anderson9Texas Tech Red Raiders
ReboundsJT Toppin10Texas Tech Red Raiders

Recent form

UCF Knights

Last 10: 7-3Streak W280.7 scored · 80 allowed per game5-1 at home

W79-76vs Arizona State Sun DevilsJan 28
W95-86at Colorado BuffaloesJan 24
L57-87at Iowa State CyclonesJan 21
L77-84vs Arizona WildcatsJan 17
W82-73at Kansas State WildcatsJan 15
W73-72vs Cincinnati BearcatsJan 11
L76-87at Oklahoma State CowboysJan 7
W81-75vs Kansas JayhawksJan 3
W85-80vs Florida Atlantic OwlsDec 23
W102-80vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesDec 20

Texas Tech Red Raiders

Last 10: 9-1Streak W586.4 scored · 75.2 allowed per game3-1 away

W90-86vs Houston CougarsJan 24
W92-73at Baylor BearsJan 21
W84-71vs BYU CougarsJan 18
W88-74vs Utah UtesJan 15
W73-71at Colorado BuffaloesJan 11
L65-69at Houston CougarsJan 7
W102-80vs Oklahoma State CowboysJan 3
W87-57vs Winthrop EaglesDec 28
W82-81at Duke Blue DevilsDec 21
W101-90vs Northern Colorado BearsDec 17

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	UCF Knights
Field goals	31-55	32-65
Field goal %	56	49
Three-pointers	11-29	6-13
Three-point %	38	46
Free throws	7-12	18-22
Free throw %	58	82
Rebounds	23	35
Offensive rebounds	4	13
Defensive rebounds	19	22
Assists	19	19
Steals	3	6
Blocks	3	1
Turnovers	13	6
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	2	18
Fast-break points	10	13
Points in the paint	36	48
Fouls	15	11
Largest lead	2	9
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	3	90

How the scoring went

2nd Half47-52JT Toppin makes layup (Christian Anderson assists)
2nd Half47-54Themus Fulks makes 6-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half50-54JT Toppin makes 27-foot three point jumper (Christian Anderson assists)
2nd Half50-56John Bol makes layup
2nd Half50-57John Bol makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half52-57JT Toppin makes 5-foot hook shot (LeJuan Watts assists)
2nd Half52-58Jordan Burks makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-59Jordan Burks makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-61Jordan Burks makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half55-61Christian Anderson makes 31-foot three point jumper
2nd Half55-64Themus Fulks makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half57-64JT Toppin makes 10-foot floating jump shot (Christian Anderson assists)
2nd Half57-65Jamichael Stillwell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-65JT Toppin makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Petty assists)
2nd Half60-66John Bol makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-66Josiah Moseley makes 9-foot hook shot (Jaylen Petty assists)
2nd Half63-66JT Toppin makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-68Jordan Burks makes 3-foot dunk (Riley Kugel assists)
2nd Half65-68Josiah Moseley makes 1-foot dunk (Donovan Atwell assists)
2nd Half67-68Josiah Moseley makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half67-71Carmelo Pacheco makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jamichael Stillwell assists)
2nd Half69-71Jaylen Petty makes driving layup (Josiah Moseley assists)
2nd Half69-72Riley Kugel makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-73Riley Kugel makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-75Themus Fulks makes driving layup
2nd Half71-75Jaylen Petty makes driving layup
2nd Half71-77Chris Johnson makes driving layup (Carmelo Pacheco assists)
2nd Half72-77Christian Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-77Christian Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half73-79Chris Johnson makes driving layup (Jamichael Stillwell assists)
2nd Half75-79JT Toppin makes layup
2nd Half75-81Jamichael Stillwell makes layup
2nd Half77-81Christian Anderson makes driving layup
2nd Half79-81JT Toppin makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Jaylen Petty assists)
2nd Half79-83Themus Fulks makes 18-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half79-85Chris Johnson makes 3-foot dunk (Riley Kugel assists)
2nd Half79-86Themus Fulks makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half79-87Themus Fulks makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half79-88Chris Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half80-88LeJuan Watts makes free throw 2 of 2