Thrilling Conclusion to the Regular Season
In a thrilling conclusion to the regular season, No. 20 Texas Tech secured a narrow 58-51 victory over Arizona State on Sunday afternoon. The Red Raiders, who finished the season with a record of 25-6 and 12-6 in the Big 12, displayed commendable teamwork, shooting 43% (18 of 42) from the field.
Standout Performers
Jalynn Bristow was a standout for Texas Tech, contributing 18 points. Her teammate Jada Malone also made a significant impact, scoring 11 points, which matched the output of Denae Fritz, who rounded out the top scorers for the Red Raiders.
Game Highlights
The game commenced with Texas Tech taking an early lead, yet Arizona State quickly matched their energy, tying the score at 10. The Sun Devils started strong, entering halftime with a slight edge at 27-25. However, Texas Tech surged in the third quarter, executing a decisive 12-0 run to establish a commanding 47-36 lead by the end of the quarter.
Although Arizona State managed to outscore the Red Raiders in the final quarter, 15-11, they were unable to close the gap. Gabby Elliott led Arizona State with 15 points, while Helosia Carrera had a flawless game, hitting all 5 of her shots to contribute 10 points.
Looking Ahead
With the regular season wrapped up, Texas Tech will advance to the Big 12 tournament as the No. 5 seed, facing off on Thursday. Meanwhile, Arizona State will head into the same tournament as the No. 10 seed, slated to compete on Wednesday.
The intensity of this match is a testament to the competitive spirit of both teams as they prepare for postseason action.
