Arizona State defeats Texas Tech 72-67

The Arizona State Sun Devils pulled off a stunning 72-67 upset over the Texas Tech Red Raiders, defying their 71 NET ranking and handing the 16th-ranked Red Raiders a significant loss. This outcome has major implications for both teams' seed lines, with Arizona State potentially playing their way into the tournament conversation and Texas Tech's chances of a high seed taking a hit. The Sun Devils, who had been averaging 75.2 points per game over their last 5 contests, managed to outscore the Red Raiders by 5 points, despite being outscored by 1.4 points per game in that same stretch. The Red Raiders, on the other hand, had been outscoring their opponents by 6.6 points per game over their last 5, but were unable to overcome the Sun Devils' strong performance. The game was marked by a series of big shots, including a crucial 3-pointer by Maurice Odum with just over 2 minutes remaining, which put the Sun Devils up by 4 points and effectively sealed the win. Odum finished the game with 23 points, including 5 points in the final 2 minutes of the game. The Sun Devils' win was also fueled by their strong rebounding, as they outrebounded the Red Raiders 32-28, including 10 offensive rebounds.

As the game got underway, it was clear that the Sun Devils were determined to pull off the upset, with Odum scoring 10 points in the first 10 minutes of the game. The Red Raiders, however, were not about to go down without a fight, and they managed to stay within 1 point of the Sun Devils at the end of the first half, with the score tied at 36-37. The second half saw the Sun Devils come out strong, with Massamba Diop scoring 6 points in the first 5 minutes of the half, including a big dunk that put the Sun Devils up by 5 points. The Red Raiders struggled to find their rhythm, shooting just 39% from the field in the second half, including 2-10 from 3-point range. Despite this, they managed to stay within striking distance, thanks in large part to the efforts of JT Toppin, who finished the game with 20 points and 8 rebounds. Toppin was a force to be reckoned with in the paint, scoring 12 points in the second half, including 6 points in the final 5 minutes of the game. The Sun Devils, however, were able to hold on for the win, thanks to their strong free throw shooting, as they made 10 of their 12 free throw attempts in the second half.

The Sun Devils' win was fueled by the strong performances of Odum, Diop, and Santiago Trouet, who combined for 50 points and 16 rebounds. Odum's 23 points were a game-high, and he was instrumental in the Sun Devils' win, hitting several big shots late. Diop, meanwhile, provided a strong presence in the paint, scoring 14 points and grabbing 5 rebounds. Trouet, who finished the game with 13 points and 6 rebounds, was a force to be reckoned with on the glass, grabbing 4 offensive rebounds and scoring 6 points in the second half. The Red Raiders, on the other hand, were led by Toppin's 20 points and 8 rebounds, but they were unable to overcome the Sun Devils' strong team effort. Christian Anderson, who finished the game with 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists, was a bright spot for the Red Raiders, but he was unable to carry the team to victory. The Red Raiders' struggles from 3-point range, where they shot just 25%, were a major factor in their loss, as they were unable to stretch the Sun Devils' defense and create open shots.

The Sun Devils' win was a major upset, and it raises questions about the Red Raiders' chances of a high seed in the tournament. The Red Raiders had been averaging 73.4 points per game over their last 5 contests, but they were unable to overcome the Sun Devils' strong defense, which held them to just 67 points. The Sun Devils, on the other hand, were able to capitalize on the Red Raiders' struggles, and they pulled off a major upset. The Red Raiders' loss is a significant one, as it drops them to 19-7 on the season, and it raises questions about their ability to compete with top teams. The Sun Devils, meanwhile, improve to 14-12 on the season, and they potentially play their way into the tournament conversation. The Red Raiders' recent form had been strong, with 3 wins in their last 5 games, but they were unable to carry that momentum into this game. The Sun Devils, on the other hand, had been struggling, with just 2 wins in their last 5 games, but they were able to pull off a major upset.

The CHD Scout prediction of a 7.2-point Texas Tech win was way off, and it highlights the importance of considering the strengths and weaknesses of each team. The Red Raiders' struggles from 3-point range, where they shot just 25%, were a major factor in their loss, as they were unable to stretch the Sun Devils' defense and create open shots. The Sun Devils, on the other hand, were able to capitalize on the Red Raiders' struggles, and they pulled off a major upset. The Red Raiders' defense, which had been strong over their last 5 games, allowing just 66.8 points per game, was unable to contain the Sun Devils' offense, which scored 72 points. The Sun Devils' win was also fueled by their strong rebounding, as they outrebounded the Red Raiders 32-28, including 10 offensive rebounds. The Red Raiders' inability to contain the Sun Devils' big men, particularly Odum and Diop, was a major factor in their loss.

The Sun Devils' win has major implications for both teams' tournament chances, and it raises questions about the Red Raiders' ability to compete with top teams. The Red Raiders had been considered a lock for the tournament, but their loss to the Sun Devils raises questions about their chances of a high seed. The Sun Devils, on the other hand, potentially play their way into the tournament conversation, and they improve their chances of making a deep run in the tournament. The Red Raiders' recent form had been strong, with 3 wins in their last 5 games, but they were unable to carry that momentum into this game. The Sun Devils, on the other hand, had been struggling, with just 2 wins in their last 5 games, but they were able to pull off a major upset. The Sun Devils' win was also fueled by their strong free throw shooting, as they made 10 of their 12 free throw attempts in the second half.

The Sun Devils' win has a significant impact on their tournament chances, as they improve to 14-12 on the season and potentially play their way into the tournament conversation. The Red Raiders, on the other hand, see their chances of a high seed take a hit, as they drop to 19-7 on the season. The Sun Devils' win is a major boost to their resume, as they pick up a Quad 1 win over a top-20 team. The Red Raiders, meanwhile, see their resume take a hit, as they suffer a Quad 1 loss to a team ranked outside the top 50. The Sun Devils' win also raises questions about the Red Raiders' ability to compete with top teams, and it highlights the importance of considering the strengths and weaknesses of each team. The Sun Devils' strong rebounding and free throw shooting were major factors in their win, and they want to build on this momentum as they head into the final stretch of the season. The Red Raiders, on the other hand, want to regroup and refocus, as they try to bounce back from this tough loss. With 5 games remaining in the regular season, the Sun Devils are now just 2 games out of a tournament spot, and they want to make a strong push for the postseason. The Red Raiders, meanwhile, want to hold on to their tournament spot, and they must win at least 3 of their remaining 5 games to feel safe. The Sun Devils' win is a major upset, and it has real consequences for both teams' tournament chances.

The Sun Devils' win is a major statement, and it highlights their ability to compete with top teams. The Red Raiders, on the other hand, want to regroup and refocus, as they try to bounce back from this tough loss. The Sun Devils' strong team effort, led by Odum's 23 points and Diop's 14 points and 5 rebounds, was too much for the Red Raiders to handle. The Red Raiders' struggles from 3-point range, where they shot just 25%, were a major factor in their loss, as they were unable to stretch the Sun Devils' defense and create open shots. The Sun Devils' win is a significant one, and it raises questions about the Red Raiders' ability to compete with top teams. With 5 games remaining in the regular season, the Sun Devils are now just 2 games out of a tournament spot, and they want to make a strong push for the postseason. The Red Raiders, meanwhile, want to hold on to their tournament spot, and they must win at least 3 of their remaining