Texas Tech vs Arkansas: Betting odds, predictions, pick & promos
On Thursday in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Finals, No 3. seeded Texas Tech will meet No. 10 seeded Arkansas. The two will battle it out at the Chase Center in San Francisco, California, at March 27, at 10:09 pm ET, looking to secure a spot in the Elite Eight. Best betting promos for Texas Tech vs Arkansas Find the best promos from the best sportsbooks for the NCAA Finals. Learn more about betting on the tournament in the NCAA Finals betting and strategy guide. Texas Tech (3) vs Arkansas (10) preview The Arkansas Razorbacks are coming off back-to-back upsets, beating No. 7 Kansas in the Round of 64 (79-72) and No. 2 St. John’s in the Round of 32 (76-66). Now, they’ll take on a No. 3 seed in Texas Tech. Against St. John’s, Arkansas held the lead at halftime and outscored St. John’s 40-34 in the second half. Billy Richmond III, Johnell Davis, and Karter Knox each had double-digit points. They shot 42.9% from the field, just 10.5% from 3-point range, and lost the rebounding battle 51-45. As for Texas Tech, they’ve beaten No. 15 UNC Wilmington (82-72) and No. 11 Drake (77-64). Against Drake, Texas Tech held a 37-30 lead at halftime and outscored the Bulldogs 40-34 in the second half. JT Toppin and Darrion Williams combined for 53 points. Toppin also added 12 rebounds. The Red Raiders shot 53.8% from the floor and just 14.3% from 3-point range. Texas Tech vs Arkansas odds Below are the odds for this matchup, courtesy of Fanduel Sportsbook. Spread: Arkansas (+5.5, -104); Texas Tech (-5.5, -118). Moneyline: Arkansas (+198); Texas Tech (-245). Total: Over 147.5 (-105); Under 147.5 (-115) Texas Tech vs Arkansas analysis Arkansas has certainly been hitting above their weight class through the first two rounds, beating Kansas and St. John’s. The offense is averaging 77.0 points per game. The team is 65th in adjusted offensive efficiency, scoring 114.2 points per 100 possessions. The defense is solid, holding teams to 95.1 points per 100 possessions (17th). Conversely, Texas Tech has a top-five offense in adjusted offensive efficiency with 125.4 points per 100 possessions. Defensively, they surrender 97.2 points per 100 possessions (37th). The Red Raiders are one of the best 3-point shooting teams in the country, shooting 37.1% (31st) from beyond the arc. They’re also a better rebounding team than Arkansas, averaging 36.7 (79th) compared to 35.5 (134th) per game. Texas Tech vs Arkansas pick I think Texas Tech is the better team, but at 5.5 points, with the Razorbacks coached by John Calipari, it’s difficult to bet against them. Arkansas’s defense is good enough to facilitate a cover or a potential win. They’ll need to slow Toppin and Williams down, who scored most of their points in the Round of 32. I think they’ll get that done and cover this number. Bet on Arkansas +5.5 (-104) at FanDuel Texas Tech vs Arkansas game Info Who: Texas Tech (3) vs Arkansas (10) Date: Thursday, March 27 Time: 10:09 pm ET Venue: Chase Center in San Francisco, CA Where to watch: TBS About the author Richard Janvrin Richard Janvrin brings nearly a decade of experience covering sports, sports betting, and everything iGaming. Richard received his bachelor’s degree in Journalism/English from the University of New Hampshire. Throughout his career, Richard has written for sites like Bleacher Report, Forbes, The Game Day, WSN, Gambling.com, and many more. Find him on Twitter: @RichardJanvrin Commercial content notice: Taking one of the sportsbooks offers featured in this article may result in a payment to talkSPORT. 21+. T&Cs apply. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler Responsible gambling Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedNational Council on Problem Gambling – https://www.ncpgambling.org/Gamble Aware – www.begambleaware.org For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 1-800-522-4700 or go to ncpgambling.org/chat Most read in Sportsbooks US 'Clear conflict of interest' - Chelsea Supporters' Trust demands investigation into Boehly Premier League footballer asked if he's high on cannabis in awkward interview moment 'I didn't like him at first' - Ben Mee lifts lid on ex-Premier League teammate Liv
On Thursday in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Finals, No 3. seeded Texas Tech will meet No. 10 seeded Arkansas.
The two will battle it out at the Chase Center in San Francisco, California, at March 27, at 10:09 pm ET, looking to secure a spot in the Elite Eight.
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Texas Tech (3) vs Arkansas (10) preview
The Arkansas Razorbacks are coming off back-to-back upsets, beating No. 7 Kansas in the Round of 64 (79-72) and No. 2 St. John’s in the Round of 32 (76-66).
Now, they’ll take on a No. 3 seed in Texas Tech. Against St. John’s, Arkansas held the lead at halftime and outscored St. John’s 40-34 in the second half.
Billy Richmond III, Johnell Davis, and Karter Knox each had double-digit points. They shot 42.9% from the field, just 10.5% from 3-point range, and lost the rebounding battle 51-45.
As for Texas Tech, they’ve beaten No. 15 UNC Wilmington (82-72) and No. 11 Drake (77-64). Against Drake, Texas Tech held a 37-30 lead at halftime and outscored the Bulldogs 40-34 in the second half.
JT Toppin and Darrion Williams combined for 53 points. Toppin also added 12 rebounds. The Red Raiders shot 53.8% from the floor and just 14.3% from 3-point range.
Texas Tech vs Arkansas odds
Below are the odds for this matchup, courtesy of Fanduel Sportsbook.
- Spread: Arkansas (+5.5, -104); Texas Tech (-5.5, -118).
- Moneyline: Arkansas (+198); Texas Tech (-245).
- Total: Over 147.5 (-105); Under 147.5 (-115)
Texas Tech vs Arkansas analysis
Arkansas has certainly been hitting above their weight class through the first two rounds, beating Kansas and St. John’s. The offense is averaging 77.0 points per game.
The team is 65th in adjusted offensive efficiency, scoring 114.2 points per 100 possessions. The defense is solid, holding teams to 95.1 points per 100 possessions (17th).
Conversely, Texas Tech has a top-five offense in adjusted offensive efficiency with 125.4 points per 100 possessions. Defensively, they surrender 97.2 points per 100 possessions (37th).
The Red Raiders are one of the best 3-point shooting teams in the country, shooting 37.1% (31st) from beyond the arc.
They’re also a better rebounding team than Arkansas, averaging 36.7 (79th) compared to 35.5 (134th) per game.
Texas Tech vs Arkansas pick
I think Texas Tech is the better team, but at 5.5 points, with the Razorbacks coached by John Calipari, it’s difficult to bet against them.
Arkansas’s defense is good enough to facilitate a cover or a potential win. They’ll need to slow Toppin and Williams down, who scored most of their points in the Round of 32.
I think they’ll get that done and cover this number.
