Texas Tech looks to defend home court

Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY SportsTexas Tech’s second half of Big 12 play starts by hosting West Virginia on another Big Monday from ESPN. On Saturday, the Red Raiders dropped a big one against Kansas in the Phog but look to bounce back at home. The last time Texas Tech took on West Virginia the Red Raiders succeeded by a 62-59 margin in Morgantown, West Virginia.

Coach Beard’s record at home deserves applause but will come under pressure against a West Virginia team that can dance with the best of them. After defeating Kansas and Oklahoma, the Mountaineers show an ability to take control of games - but their losses to TCU and Iowa State equally show their weaknesses. Brandon Knapper has shown…