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No. 16 Texas Tech Overcomes Cincinnati's Hot Start
Christian Anderson's big game leads Red Raiders to victory
Feb. 25, 2026 at 8:10am
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Christian Anderson had an outstanding all-around game, scoring 31 points with 11 rebounds and 7 assists, as No. 16 Texas Tech defeated Cincinnati 80-68 in Lubbock, Texas. The Red Raiders overcame a hot start by the Bearcats, who led by as many as 9 points early, to win their second straight game without star forward J.T. Toppin.
Why it matters
This win helps Texas Tech maintain its position in the Big 12 standings, as the Red Raiders continue to compete for a high seed in the NCAA Tournament. Cincinnati's loss snaps a 4-game winning streak and deals a blow to its postseason hopes.
The details
Anderson shot 11-of-19 from the field, including 3-of-8 from 3-point range, to lead the Red Raiders. LeJaun Watts added 13 points and 5 rebounds, while Donovan Atwell scored 12 points. Texas Tech outrebounded Cincinnati 40-24. The Bearcats were led by Moustapha Thiam's 21 points and 10 rebounds, while Jalen Celestine had 15 points.
- The game was played on Tuesday, February 25, 2026.
The players
Christian Anderson
The point guard for No. 16 Texas Tech, who had a career-high 31 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists in the game.
Moustapha Thiam
The Cincinnati player who led the Bearcats with 21 points and 10 rebounds.
J.T. Toppin
The star forward for Texas Tech who missed the game due to injury.
What’s next
Texas Tech will look to build on this win as it continues its push for a high NCAA Tournament seed, while Cincinnati will try to bounce back and get back on track for a potential postseason berth.
The takeaway
This game showcased the depth and talent of the No. 16 Texas Tech squad, as they were able to overcome a hot start by Cincinnati and pull out the victory without their star player. The Red Raiders' balanced scoring attack and strong rebounding performance were key factors in the win.
