As we discussed in our “Game Plan” piece, free throws had been a stumbling block for Texas Tech over the past month. Tech had hit below 70% of its foul shots during the tournament dropping its season average to 69%.
But against Purdue, Texas Tech was fantastic from the charity stripe. Tech shot 94% on the night missing only one of its 18 attempts.
Additionally, the Red Raiders had an 11-point advantage at the line over Purdue which was perfect from the line but only shot 6 free throws. Tech was the more aggressive team and attacked the rim all night earning trips to the line.