Texas Tech Stuns Iowa State, Ties for Big Twelve Lead

0:00On March 1st, Texas Tech pulled off a big upset, beating the 4th ranked Iowa State Cyclones 82-73 right in their home gym in, Ames Iowa. It was Iowa State's first loss of the season at Hilton Coliseum. The 16th ranked Red Raiders improved to 22 wins and 7 losses overall, 12 and 4 in the Big 12 conference. The Red Raiders jumped out early with a strong first half, leading 45-29 at the break thanks to hot shooting from guards like. Donovan Atwell, six different Tech players scored in double figures, showing off their depth against the tough cyclone defense. Coach Grant McCaslin praised his team's mentality and respect for the opponent, saying, good guard play and balance scoring made the difference. Iowa State fought back in the second half with runs led by players like Milan, Moms Lovic and Joshua Jefferson, but Tech held firm despite foul. Trouble. Freshman Jalen Petty stepped up lay with key shots, including a big three-pointer, while others like Tyrie

1:00Bryan and Josiah Mosley added crucial. Double digit games. This marks Texas Tech's third win over a top five team and fourth over a top ten squad this season, a program record. With March Man is nearing, Tech now ties 5th ranked Houston for second in the Big 12 standings. They host TCU on Tuesday at 6 p.m. Central time, then wrap conference play at 19th ranked BYU next week.