Men's Basketball: Know Your Foe- Texas Tech Basketball Basketball

Key players from the #9 Red Raiders to watch when they take on the TCU Horned Frogs Basketball team on Tuesday.

Feb 15, 2025; Stillwater, Oklahoma, USA; Texas Tech Red Raiders guard Christian Anderson (4) drives to the basket around Oklahoma State Cowboys forward Marchelus Avery (0) during the second half at Gallagher-Iba Arena. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images | William Purnell-Imagn Images

The No. 9 Texas Tech Red Raiders (20-5, 11-3) will take on the TCU Horned Frogs (14-11, 7-7) on Tuesday, February 18, at 7 p.m. CT. Here are some key players on the Texas Tech team that TCU fans should know before the game.

#15 JT Toppin

Forward from Dallas, Texas. Sophomore

JT Toppin is undeniably one of the best players in the Big 12 and arguably the toughest to contain. Leading his team in points, rebounds, and blocks this season, he’s a force on both ends of the floor. Toppin can do it all, and the last time the Horned Frogs faced him, he made his presence felt in a big way. If TCU wants to come out on top, they must find a way to slow him down.

JT Toppin with another STELLAR performance for Texas Tech 🔴⚫️🔥

32 points
12 rebounds
3 blocks
12-17 FG

🏀Big 12 Player of the Year? pic.twitter.com/Z5pTgdT8nB

— The Portal Report (@ThePortalReport) February 17, 2025

JT Toppin's Season Statistics
Points	17.2
Rebounds	9.1
Assists	1.0
Field Goal %	57.2%

#3 Elijah Hawkins

Guard from Washington, DC. Senior

Another player who gave TCU trouble is Elijah Hawkins. An excellent playmaker and ball handler, he creates opportunities for Toppin while also having the ability to step up and score in crucial moments. The last time the Horned Frogs visited Lubbock, Hawkins had a major impact on the game. To succeed in this matchup, TCU must disrupt his rhythm early and apply consistent pressure throughout.

🏀Elijah Hawkins in Texas Tech’s 82-81 win over No. 6 Houston:

17 points
6 rebounds
4 assists
4-7 3PT
5-5 FT pic.twitter.com/ng4A1iZgt4

— The Portal Report (@ThePortalReport) February 3, 2025

Elijah Hawkins' Season Statistics
Points	9.4
Rebounds	3.0
Assists	6.4
Field Goal %	34.4%

#0 Chance McMillian

Guard from Vallejo, California. Senior

McMillian is another one of Texas Tech’s most reliable scorers and played a key role in the last matchup against TCU. An excellent shooter, he can knock down shots from anywhere on the court. With Tech’s deep pool of scoring options, the Horned Frogs must find a way to slow down either McMillian, Toppin, or both to have a chance at victory.

chance mcmillian forces overtime; arizona st. vs texas tech pic.twitter.com/nBdKk8mmMU

— ◇ (@H00DH3R0) February 13, 2025

Chance McMillian's Season Statistics
Points	15.0
Rebounds	4.3
Assists	1.7
Field Goal %	52.7%

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