Houston Cougars vs Texas Tech Red Raiders predictions, Jan 06, 2026

Jan 05, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Tuesday,

Houston Cougars

Texas Tech Red Raiders

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In what promises to be an exciting NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Houston Cougars will face off against the Texas Tech Red Raiders on January 6, 2026.

The Houston Cougars basketball team comes into this game in fine form, having won all of their last five matches. Their solid defensive play and efficient scoring have been key to their recent success. On the other hand, the Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball team has also been performing well, winning four of their last five matches. Their strong offensive capabilities and tenacious defense make them a formidable opponent.

Bookmakers have the Houston Cougars as the favorites for this match, with odds of 1.34 for a home win. However, the Texas Tech Red Raiders cannot be underestimated, with odds of 2.88 for an away win. Our model predicts a 70.8% chance of a home win, but with both teams in good form, this match could go either way.

Fans can expect a competitive and thrilling game as these two talented teams battle it out on the basketball court.

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Houston
68.2%		 Texas Tech
31.8%

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball Texas Tech: 0.93%

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Betting Odds

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Pinnacle 1.34 2.88

Latest Results

03.01.26 Cincinnati Bearcats basketball – Houston Cougars basketball – 60:67
29.12.25 Houston Cougars basketball – Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders basketball – 69:60
20.12.25 Arkansas Razorbacks basketball – Houston Cougars basketball – 85:94
13.12.25 Houston Cougars basketball – New Orleans Privateers basketball – 99:57
10.12.25 Houston Cougars basketball – Jackson State Tigers basketball – 80:38		 03.01.26 Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – Oklahoma State Cowboys basketball – 102:80
28.12.25 Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – Winthrop Eagles basketball – 87:57
20.12.25 Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – Duke Blue Devils basketball – 81:82
16.12.25 Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – Northern Colorado Bears basketball – 101:90
13.12.25 Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – Arkansas Razorbacks basketball – 93:86

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Houston won 4.
  • Houston has shown excellent form with a series of wins in recent matches (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Texas Tech is in great form at the moment (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Recently, Texas Tech has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, Houston is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 6 head-to-head matches, Houston won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 455:378. (average 75.8:63).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Houston won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 386:317. (average 77.2:63.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    24.02.25 Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – Houston Cougars basketball – 61:69
    01.02.25 Houston Cougars basketball – Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – 81:82 OT
    15.03.24 Houston Cougars basketball – Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – 82:59
    17.01.24 Houston Cougars basketball – Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – 77:54
    29.11.20 Houston Cougars basketball – Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – 64:53

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.75 (9.03%)

    2. Michigan Tech: 4.75 (9.03%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 9 (4.77%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 11 (3.9%)

    5. Duke Blue Devils: 12 (3.57%)

    6. Iowa State: 13 (3.3%)

    7. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (3.3%)

    8. Houston Cougars: 13 (3.3%)

    9. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 15 (2.86%)

    10. Michigan State: 26 (1.65%)

    11. Florida Gators: 26 (1.65%)

    12. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (1.65%)

    13. Michigan State Spartans W: 26 (1.65%)

    14. Vanderbilt Commodores: 29 (1.48%)

    15. Brigham Young: 29 (1.48%)

    16. Kansas Jayhawks: 29 (1.48%)

    17. Louisville: 31 (1.38%)

    18. Kentucky Wildcats: 34 (1.26%)

    19. Tennessee Volunteers: 36 (1.19%)

    20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 36 (1.19%)

    21. North Carolina: 36 (1.19%)

    22. Arkansas Razorbacks: 41 (1.05%)

    23. Arkansas State: 41 (1.05%)

    24. Texas Tech: 46 (0.93%)

    25. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 50 (0.86%)

    26. St. Johns Red Storm: 50 (0.86%)

    27. St. Johns Sonics: 50 (0.86%)

    28. Virginia Cavaliers: 80 (0.54%)

    29. UCLA: 80 (0.54%)

    30. VCU Rams: 100 (0.43%)

    31. California Golden Bears: 100 (0.43%)

    32. Maryland Terrapins: 100 (0.43%)

    33. South Carolina Gamecocks: 100 (0.43%)

    34. Virginia Tech: 100 (0.43%)

    35. Boise State: 100 (0.43%)

    36. UC Irvine: 100 (0.43%)

    37. Marquette: 100 (0.43%)

    38. Villanova Wildcats: 100 (0.43%)

    39. LSU: 100 (0.43%)

    40. Ole Miss Rebels: 100 (0.43%)

    41. TCU: 100 (0.43%)

    42. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.43%)

    43. Baylor Bears: 100 (0.43%)

    44. Indiana Hoosiers: 100 (0.43%)

    45. Colorado State: 100 (0.43%)

    46. High Point: 100 (0.43%)

    47. UCF Knights: 100 (0.43%)

    48. Wake Forest: 100 (0.43%)

    49. Wisconsin Badgers: 100 (0.43%)

    50. Memphis Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

    51. Pittsburgh Panthers: 100 (0.43%)

    52. Kansas State: 100 (0.43%)

    53. Clemson: 100 (0.43%)

    54. Iowa Hawkeyes: 100 (0.43%)

    55. Washington Huskies: 100 (0.43%)

    56. Colorado: 100 (0.43%)

    57. Utah Utes: 100 (0.43%)

    58. Northwestern Wildcats: 100 (0.43%)

    59. Seton Hall Pirates: 100 (0.43%)

    60. West Virginia: 100 (0.43%)

    61. SMU Mustangs: 100 (0.43%)

    62. Ohio State Buckeyes: 100 (0.43%)

    63. Notre Dame: 100 (0.43%)

    64. Syracuse Orange: 100 (0.43%)

    65. New Mexico: 100 (0.43%)

    66. Auburn Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

    67. Butler Bulldogs: 100 (0.43%)

    68. UC San Diego: 100 (0.43%)

    69. San Diego State: 100 (0.43%)

    70. George Mason: 100 (0.43%)

    71. Xavier Musketeers: 100 (0.43%)

    72. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.43%)

    73. Mississippi St.: 100 (0.43%)

    74. Missouri Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

    75. McNeese State: 100 (0.43%)

    76. Utah State: 100 (0.43%)

    77. Creighton: 100 (0.43%)

    78. Miami (FL): 100 (0.43%)

    79. Texas Longhorns: 100 (0.43%)

    80. Cincinnati Bearcats: 100 (0.43%)

    81. Georgia Tech: 100 (0.43%)

    82. Oklahoma Sooners: 100 (0.43%)

    83. DePaul Blue Demons: 100 (0.43%)

    84. Stanford Cardinal: 100 (0.43%)

    85. Providence Friars: 100 (0.43%)

    86. Oklahoma State: 100 (0.43%)

    87. Georgia Bulldogs: 100 (0.43%)

    88. Arizona State: 100 (0.43%)

    89. Texas A&M: 100 (0.43%)

    90. Penn State: 100 (0.43%)

    91. Yale: 100 (0.43%)

    92. Oregon Ducks: 100 (0.43%)

    93. Georgetown: 100 (0.43%)

    94. USC Trojans: 100 (0.43%)

    95. Troy: 100 (0.43%)

    96. Akron Zips: 100 (0.43%)

    97. NC State: 100 (0.43%)

    98. Saint Marys: 100 (0.43%)

    99. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 100 (0.43%)

    100. Florida State: 100 (0.43%)

    101. Boston College: 100 (0.43%)

    102. California Maritime: 100 (0.43%)

    103. Grand Canyon: 100 (0.43%)

    104. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.43%)

    105. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.43%)

    106. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.43%)

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