Albert
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My Prediction
Texas Tech Red Raiders by 12Looking at our upcoming NCAA Men's Basketball showdown between the Texas Tech Red Raiders, currently 9th in the AP Poll, and the unranked Arizona State Sun Devils, it's clear we've got a tasty contest ahead.
Firstly, let's tackle the Red Raiders. Key performers in their ranks include the likes of JT Toppin and Darrion Williams. Toppin has been destroying opposition defenses recently with averages of 24.4 points and 11.0 rebounds per game in the past month. His sidekick Williams, not to be outshone, has been steady with 14.7 points and 4.1 rebounds to his name last month. Together, these men have been logistics headaches for opponents.
Jumping to the Sun Devils, Alston Mason has latched onto form for the last month tucking away 18.9 points with 5.0 assists per game to his name. BJ Freeman has also been important for them, demonstrating good form over the last month, averaging 19.7 points per contest. But, let's not forget, points alone don't win games.
Now, examining historical battles, the last encounter saw the Red Raiders narrowly escape with a victory. This season, the Red Raiders appear to have their claws a bit sharper, posting a solid 23-7 record compared to the Sun Devils' rather patchy 13-17.
Recent winds lead our sails in the direction of the Red Raiders. They've been on a solid run, coming off a decisive win unlike the Sun Devils who have taken a step back recently. Couple that with the Red Raiders' higher AP ranking, and you'd be hard pressed to root for the underdogs here.
Albert's Prediction: Texas Tech Red Raiders by 12
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