JT Toppin poured in 32 points and grabbed 12 rebounds as No. 12 Texas Tech rolled to a 93-55 win over reeling Oklahoma State on Saturday afternoon in Stillwater, Okla. The Red Raiders (20-5, 11-3 Big 12) led by 19 at the half and never looked back, cruising to their 11th conference win of the season.
Texas Tech's victory marked their fifth consecutive win, and they are now firmly in the mix for the Big 12 regular season title. The Red Raiders have been one of the most consistent teams in the conference, and their win over Oklahoma State was a testament to their depth and talent.
JT Toppin was the star of the show, dominating the game on both ends of the floor. His 32 points were a season high, and he also added 12 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 blocks to his impressive stat line. Toppin's performance was a major reason why the Red Raiders were able to build a large lead and maintain it throughout the game.
Oklahoma State, on the other hand, struggled to find any rhythm on offense or defense. The Cowboys were held to just 36% shooting from the field, and they turned the ball over 15 times. They were also outrebounded by the Red Raiders, 45-28, which made it difficult for them to get any second chance opportunities.
The loss was Oklahoma State's seventh in their last eight games, and they are now 10-15 overall and 3-9 in the Big 12. The Cowboys will need to regroup and refocus if they want to make a push for the NCAA Tournament.
Texas Tech will look to keep their winning streak alive when they travel to face off against Kansas on Monday night. The Jayhawks are one of the top teams in the Big 12, and the Red Raiders will need to bring their A-game if they want to come out on top.
The Red Raiders have been led by a strong seniors class, including Toppin, and their experience and leadership have been a major factor in their success. With several key games remaining on their schedule, Texas Tech has a chance to make some noise in the Big 12 and potentially even challenge for a conference title.