Xavier Edmonds' double-double leads TCU past No. 10 Texas Tech

TCU upsets Big 12 rival Texas Tech behind Edmonds' 20 points and 12 rebounds

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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Xavier Edmonds recorded his 10th double-double of the season with 20 points and 12 rebounds, leading TCU to a 73-65 upset victory over No. 10 Texas Tech on Tuesday in Lubbock, Texas. Micah Robinson added 15 points and Jayden Pierre scored 14 for the Horned Frogs, who won their fourth straight game. Donovan Atwell paced Texas Tech with 19 points, while Jaylen Petty and Christian Anderson also scored in double figures for the Red Raiders.

Why it matters

This win is a significant upset for TCU, who took down a top-10 ranked Texas Tech team on the road. It showcases the Horned Frogs' ability to compete with the Big 12's elite and boosts their postseason tournament hopes. For Texas Tech, the loss snaps a three-game winning streak and raises questions about their consistency heading into the final stretch of the regular season.

The details

TCU used a balanced scoring attack and dominant rebounding performance to take down Texas Tech. The Horned Frogs outscored the Red Raiders 38-22 in the paint and held a 39-25 rebounding advantage, including a 16-7 edge on the offensive glass. TCU broke open a close game with a 14-3 run in the second half to take a 62-53 lead, which they would not relinquish.

  • The game was played on Tuesday, March 4, 2026 in Lubbock, Texas.

The players

Xavier Edmonds

A standout forward for TCU who recorded his 10th double-double of the season with 20 points and 12 rebounds in the win.

Micah Robinson

A key contributor for TCU, scoring 15 points in the upset victory.

Donovan Atwell

The leading scorer for Texas Tech with 19 points in the losing effort.

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What they’re saying

“This was a huge win for our team against a very talented Texas Tech squad. Xavier Edmonds was dominant and our guys really stepped up to get the job done on the road.”

— Jamie Dixon, TCU Head Coach (austinnews.net)

What’s next

TCU will look to build on this momentum as they continue their push for a NCAA Tournament berth, while Texas Tech will aim to rebound and regain their footing in the Big 12 standings.

The takeaway

TCU's upset victory over a top-10 Texas Tech team showcases the Horned Frogs' ability to compete with the Big 12's elite and boosts their postseason aspirations. The win was fueled by a dominant performance on the glass and a balanced scoring attack led by Xavier Edmonds' double-double.