Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Iowa State Cyclones predictions, Mar 12, 2026

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On March 12, 2026, the Texas Tech Red Raiders will host the Iowa State Cyclones in what promises to be a compelling matchup in NCAA College Basketball. Both teams enter the game with recent momentum, having won 3 of their last 5 matches, setting the stage for an intensely competitive contest.

The Red Raiders, playing at home, will rely on their strong defensive strategies and aggressive rebounding to gain an edge. They have demonstrated the ability to adapt their playstyle, leveraging their size and athleticism to disrupt opponents’ offensive flow. In contrast, the Cyclones bring consistent perimeter shooting and a fast-paced offensive tempo, aspects that have proven effective in their recent victories.

According to bookmakers, the odds favor Iowa State at 1.41 compared to Texas Tech at 2.74, reflecting a 60.1% probability of an away victory. Our predictive model aligns with this sentiment, forecasting a close final score of 69:74.

Both teams are evenly matched, making it challenging to predict a definitive outcome. Fans can expect an exciting game filled with tactical battles and high stakes, though Iowa State appears slightly favored heading into this encounter.

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Texas Tech 33.2%

Iowa State 66.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 70:75

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.9		1.37
	2.75		1.41
	2.75		1.4

Latest Results

07.03.26 Brigham Young Cougars basketball – Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – 82:76 03.03.26 Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – TCU Horned Frogs basketball – 65:73 28.02.26 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – 73:82 24.02.26 Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – Cincinnati Bearcats basketball – 80:68 21.02.26 Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – Kansas State Wildcats basketball – 100:72

11.03.26 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Arizona State Sun Devils basketball – 91:42 07.03.26 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Arizona State Sun Devils basketball – 86:65 02.03.26 Arizona Wildcats basketball – Iowa State Cyclones basketball – 73:57 28.02.26 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – 73:82 24.02.26 Utah Utes basketball – Iowa State Cyclones basketball – 59:75

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Texas Tech won 2.

Both teams have been playing unpredictably.

Texas Tech may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.

In this match, Iowa State is seen as the favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Texas Tech won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 1454:1352. (average 72.7:67.6).

Including home matches between the teams, Texas Tech won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 766:659. (average 76.6:65.9).

Latest Head To Head

28.02.26 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – 73:82 11.01.25 Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – Iowa State Cyclones basketball – 84:85 OT 17.02.24 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – 82:74 30.01.23 Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – Iowa State Cyclones basketball – 80:77 OT 10.01.23 Iowa State Cyclones basketball – Texas Tech Red Raiders basketball – 84:50

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