Now that Texas Tech basketball has entered a new stratosphere under Chris Beard, every game takes on a greater significance as it feels like so much is on the line every time the Red Raiders hit the court. There once was a time when the stakes were so low for the program that by the time the middle of February rolled around, most fans had already checked out emotionally and only gave what happened on the hardwood a passing glance.
But times have changed and we all have massive expectations for the Red Raiders these days. That’s why there’s been so much hand wringing after Saturday’s 73-70 loss to Oklahoma State in Stillwater.