Quick overview of the game
The No. 11 Notre Dame Fighting Irish will look to keep upsetting the odds as they prepare to take on the No. 3 Texas Tech Red Raiders on Sunday.
Last games records
Texas Tech was not messing around in their massive 97-62 victory against Montana State to open the tournament. The Red Raiders will look to keep rolling on Sunday.
Notre Dame overcame a 4-point spread to defeat Alabama on Friday. The Fighting Irish had to win the first four before even taking on the Crimson Tide, but they still find themselves in the tournament despite their difficult journey so far. But defeating this talented Red Raiders team will prove to be their most daunting task yet.
Matchup Information
Let’s take a look at the March Madness betting odds for this game.
Texas Tech vs Notre Dame Betting Analysis
Texas Tech Red Raiders Betting Analysis
Texas Tech easily covered a 14-point spread in their Friday victory.
The Red Raiders were led by a pair of 20-point performances from Bryson Williams, and Terrence Shannon Jr. Adonis Arms added 15 points as well in the win.
Texas Tech made this contest look almost too easy in all reality. They shot an insanely impressive 66.7 percent from the field and 60 percent from beyond the arc.
The Red Raiders also caused 16 Montana State turnovers in the blowout.
There is no denying the fact that Texas Tech is playing well right now. But the one thing they cannot do is take Notre Dame for granted on Sunday. The Fighting Irish have little to lose and are looking to upset the odds once again.
The Red Raiders need to come out of the gates strong and set the pace in this matchup.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish Betting Analysis
After a thrilling 89-87 victory over Rutgers in the first four to even officially enter the tournament, the Fighting Irish pulled out the win over the Crimson Tide on Friday.
Cormac Ryan posted one of the best overall individual performances we saw in the first round, 29 points on a highly efficient 10-13 shooting effort from the field and an equally impressive 7-9 shooting performance from deep. He led Notre Dame to a 62.5 three-point percentage as a team in the game.
The Fighting Irish’s efficient scoring output helped them overcome 18 turnovers. But they will need to be better in the turnover department against Texas Tech if they have any hopes of upsetting the odds once again.
The one thing Notre Dame has going for them is a lack of pressure. They have already gone through so much that expectations for them are low. They can play in a free and easy manner since the pressure is going to be on Texas Tech to avoid losing to a No. 11 seed.
Texas Tech vs Notre Dame Betting Trends
- Texas Tech is 22-13 ATS this season.
- Notre Dame is 19-15 ATS this year.
- The Fighting Irish are 3-4 ATS at neutral sites.
- The Red Raiders are also 3-4 ATS when playing at neutral sites.
Red Raiders vs Fighting Irish Betting Preview
Should you place your March Madness bets on the underdog Fighting Irish in this contest?
The Red Raiders enter as a fairly heavy favorite and have one of the more talented rosters in the tournament. They also have plenty of momentum after their dominating win on Friday.
I believe Texas Tech is going to win this game. At the same time, there is a strong chance that Notre Dame narrows the gap and keeps the score competitive throughout. The Fighting Irish should be able to cover the spread.
Texas Tech vs Notre Dame Betting Prediction
Bet on Notre Dame to keep the match close, but if you want an outright winner, take Texas Tech!
How to Bet on Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish
The majority of sports betting guides favor Texas Tech as 6-9 point favorites against Notre Dame. For those betting on March madness and taking the spread, Notre Dame should reward you. But Texas Tech is the clear favorite for a reason, and they should be able to find a way to win the game in the end.
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