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Micah Hudson’s Concerning Intel Emerges as Real Reason for Ditching Texas Tech Revealed

Concerning intel reveals the real reason Micah Hudson left Texas Tech, shedding light on the backstory of the decision.
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Texas Tech Makes Historic GPA Announcement Under HC Joey McGuire

Texas Tech Red Raiders make history with a historic GPA announcement as doubts cast over their 2025 transfer class....
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Joey McGuire’s Clear Expectations Set as Texas Tech HC Faces Defining Test

Joey McGuire establishes clear standards as Texas Tech's head coach, facing a pivotal season that could define his tenure.
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Joey McGuire Faces Huge Risk As Texas Tech’s $30M Gamble Could Backfire

Joey McGuire has the backing, the budget, and the bullets to make it big. But here with expectations rise with the price tag.
Joey McGuire

CBS Makes Big LSU Announcement as $55M Texas Tech Falls Behind Brian Kelly

According to CBS' Brian Crawford, Texas Tech is still behind the LSU Tigers even after a $55 million payout commitment.
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College Football Program in Hot Water as $55M NIL News Grabs National Spotlight

After the House vs NCAA settlement, this particular CFB team landed in the hot seat after their NIL figures went viral.
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Joey McGuire Makes Huge Behren Morton Statement as Texas Tech QB Receives Manning Academy Invite

Joey McGuire praised Behren Morton's leadership and development after the Texas Tech QB earned a prestigious Manning Academy invite.
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Women’s College World Series Rivals Stanley Cup, Setting Insane Record, With Game 2 Poised For Higher Numbers

A new record was set during game 1 of the Women's College World Series, surpassing the Stanley Cup finals. A record is set.
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Steve Sarkisian, Joey McGuire Get Big Recruiting Boost as New NIL Law Puts Other Big Powerhouse Programs on Alert

Good times roll for Steve Sarkisian and Joey McGuire as the state of Texas signs a new NIL law that’s going to open gates to more talent 
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Texas Tech GM Makes Big Patrick Mahomes Announcement After Mega $40M NIL Revelation

Texas Tech is set to receive help from their most celebrated alumnus, Patrick Mahomes, and their GM showers the NFL QB with praise.
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Calls Mount Against Mike Leach as College Football Makes Quiet Exception for Hall of Fame

Former footballing legend Mike Leach gets inducted in CFB Hall of Fame as fans react furiously to the latest move....

College Football News: Power Four Alliance Formed as NCAA Tries to Tighten Grip on NIL Deals

The Power Four’s pact may be unprecedented, but it signals a future where cooperation is mandated, not encouraged.
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Kenny Dillingham on High Alert as New Big 12 Bombshell Emerges After Message to Sam Leavitt

ASU head coach Kenny Dillingham gets concerning verdict amid Big 12 bomshell as the head coach opens up on his QB
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3 Years After Losing Mentor to Cancer, Lincoln Riley Makes Emotional Confession on Former USC Coach: ‘Wouldn’t Be Here Without Him’

Lincoln Riley, the USC head coach reflects on heartbreaking mentor's tragic death and how he became his pillar of strength for 20 years...
NCAA, College League, USA Football: UCLA at Southern California Nov 18, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans

Top College Basketball Star Picks $4 Million Over 2025 NBA Draft

Despite his coach's wishes, JT Toppin removes his name from consideration for the 2025 NBA Draft as he secures major NIL Deal
JT Toppin

Deion Sanders Warned of Potential BIG 12 Championship Threat as Fox Analyst Confirms Stance on Rival School’s $10M Pull

Deion Sanders has gathered a lot of talent at CU, but the rise of another Big 12 program could be a major threat to their title race hopes.
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NCAA Officials in Hot Waters as College Basketball Community Stand Unified Against Florida’s Comeback Against Texas

Fans react as Florida's win against Texas Tech to reach Final Four is overshadowed by alleged unnecessary referee calls
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Despite $3.8M Breakthrough, Texas Tech’s Joey McGuire Sends Strong NIL Message to Clear Bold Stance

Joey McGuire remains fixated on how action speaks louder when it comes to the starting jobs at Texas Tech. 
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What Is Grant McCasland’s Ethnicity & Religion? Digging Deeper Into Texas Tech Coach’s Nationality and Family Background

Grant McCasland's tenure at Texas Tech has been impressive. Check out his personal details that have major influence on his coaching.
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Not Bad Coaching, John Calipari Makes Honest Admission On What Exactly Caused Arkansas’ March Madness Exit

John Calipari discusses last-minute lapses, and a major mistake made throughout the game, after Arkansas's elimination from March Madness
NCAA Basketball: Kansas at Arkansas

Damage Done to John Calipari’s Self Esteem but Arkansas HC Gets $250K Boost Despite March Madness Exit

John Calipari's Razorbacks blew a 16-point lead, but his contract swells by $250K. A tough loss, but his bank account wins big.
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CFB’s Coach Prime Copycat Trend Fuels Talk of Deion Sanders vs. Bill Belichick NCAA Rivalry

Deion Sanders is on a mission to set a new trend in the spring games amidst his interest to play against Bill Belichick’s program.
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Fiancée’s Touching Message Lifts Alan Bowman’s Spirits as 25YO Oklahoma State QB Prepares for Pro Bowl

Whether or not he hears his name called in April, Alan Bowman has already proven he knows how to battle through the tough times.
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America Divided Over Micah Hudson’s Antics as Mike Elko Makes Tough Texas A&M Announcement

Texas A&M head coach Mike Elko suffers another blow as Micah Hudson's departure opens a whole new avenue for debate....
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Joey McGuire Sets the Record Straight on $10M Transfer Portal Splash as Texas Tech HC Confirms Recruiting Blueprint

Texas Tech Red Raiders HC Joey McGuire sheds light on two key figures behind their massive NIL collective and their new recruitment strategy.
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Texas Tech Receives Major QB Update as Joey McGuire Welcomes New No.3 in Spring Practice

Texas Tech's quarterback scene just took an intriguing twist, setting the stage for a thrilling 2025 as Joey McGuire reveals his new No.3
Joey McGuire

About Texas Tech Red Raiders

Texas Tech Red Raiders 2021: News, Schedule, Roster, Scores, Injury Report

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The Texas Tech Red Raiders compete in NCAA Men’s Basketball as a part of the Big 12 Conference. Baylor, Kansas, and Oklahoma State are some of their notable opponents from the conference. They were founded in 1925.

In 1936, Collier Parrish, a sports editor of the Lubbock Morning Avalanche, gave them the name Red Raiders because of their red uniforms and coast-to-coast schedule.

Their current logo is a letter 'T', which is overlapped by a smaller letter 'T'. Both letters are red, showing off the team colors. Since 2000, the logo is an embossed and 3D version. Earlier, when it was launched in 1963, it was two-dimensional.

History

Founded1925
ConferenceBig 12 Conference
Athletic DirectorKirby Hocutt
Head CoachChris Beard
ArenaUnited Supermarkets Arena
Championships (0)-
Conference Tournament Titles (5)1976, 1985, 1986, 1993, 1996
Conference Regular Season Titles (12)1933, 1934, 1935, 1954, 1956, 1961, 1962, 1973, 1985, 1995, 1996, 2019
Websitehttps://texastech.com/sports/mens-basketball

Who is the Coach of the Red Raiders?

The current coach of the Red Raiders is Chris Beard. The 47-year-old was appointed in 2016 and had previously served as an assistant for a decade from 2001 to 2011.

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Beard led the Red Raiders to their first Elite Eight appearance in 2018, and in the next season, he followed it up by taking them to their first National Final appearance in 2019 but narrowly lost to Virginia in overtime. His valiant effort saw him being named the AP National Coach of the Year.

Who is the Athletic Director of the Red Raiders?

The current athletic director of the Red Raiders is Kirby Hocutt. He joined in 2011, after stints with Ohio and Miami.

Hocutt was instrumental in the hiring of head coach Chris Beard. He was awarded the Under Armour Athletics Director of the Year in 2018. After receiving an extension last year, he is now one of the top 10 highest paid athletic directors in the country.

Achievements and Championships

The Red Raiders had never gone beyond the Sweet Sixteen until Chris Beard arrived. He led them to their two best regular-season performances with 27 and 31 win seasons in 2018 and 2019.

The Red Raiders reached their first March Madness Final in 2019 after beating the Michigan Wolverines, but they ended up losing to Virginia in a close encounter.

The Texas Tech Red Raiders are yet to win an NCAA title.

Greatest NBA Players

Many Texas Tech alumni have made it to the NBA, but none of them have had a major impact so far. Among the most notable names are Geoff Huston, Jarrett Culver, and Tony Battie.

The sixth pick in the 2019 NBA Draft, Culver, was part of the team that reached the NCAA Final. He was also named the Big 12 Player of the Year.

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The other two former Red Raiders in the NBA currently are Matt Mooney and Zhaire Smith.

Mascot and Uniform

The Red Raiders have two mascots. The live one is called the Masked Raider, who is the oldest mascot in the university's history. It is a masked rider who is dressed completely in black, on a horse.

The costumed version is called the Raider Red who was introduced in the 1970s after live mascots were restricted. He has an iconic red beard and also carries a gun with him. He won the Capital One 2012 National Mascot of the Year in 2012.

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The team colors of the Texas Tech Red Raiders are red and black.

Current Roster

The Red Raiders roster for the 2020-21 season has 13 players.

PositionJerseyNumberNameHeightWeight
G0Mac McClung6-2185
G1Terrence Shannon, Jr.6-6210
G2Jamarius Burton6-4205
G3Clarence Nadolny6-3190
G5Micah Peavy6-7215
F10Tyreek Smith6-7220
G11Kyler Edwards6-4195
F14Marcus Santos-Silva6-7245
G15Kevin McCullar6-6205
G21Avery Benson6-4195
G23Chibuzo Agbo6-7215
G25Nimari Burnett6-4195
F50Vladislav Goldin7-1240

Schedule

The Texas Tech Red Raiders started the 2020-21 season with a 101-58 win against the Northwestern State Demons. They have a 27-game regular season that ends with an away game against rivals Texas on February 27. They currently have a 4-1 record.

The full schedule is available on the college website.

How to contact Texas Tech Red Raiders men's basketball?

Texas Tech Red Raiders on Twitter: @TexasTechMBB

Texas Tech Red Raiders on Instagram: @texastechmbb