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Texas Tech Stuns Arizona in Overtime Upset

2/15/2026

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Summary

Story summary

No. 16 Texas Tech defeated No. 1 Arizona 78-75 in overtime in Tucson.
JT Toppin led Texas Tech with 31 points and 13 rebounds for his 47th double-double.
The Red Raiders overcame a late deficit after Toppin assisted Donovan Atwell for a crucial overtime 3-pointer.
Arizona, missing star freshman Koa Peat due to injury, suffered its second straight loss after a perfect 23-game start.

History

Historical Context

In 1985, Villanova, a No. 8 seed, achieved a historic upset by defeating the top-ranked Georgetown Hoyas 66–64 in the NCAA Championship, showcasing the unpredictability of March Madness. This victory, marked by Villanova's record 78.6% shooting, remains a pivotal moment in college basketball history, influencing the narrative of tournament resilience and competition, as echoed by Texas Tech's recent overtime win against No. 1 Arizona.

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Story summary

No. 16 Texas Tech defeated No. 1 Arizona 78-75 in overtime in Tucson.
JT Toppin led Texas Tech with 31 points and 13 rebounds for his 47th double-double.
The Red Raiders overcame a late deficit after Toppin assisted Donovan Atwell for a crucial overtime 3-pointer.
Arizona, missing star freshman Koa Peat due to injury, suffered its second straight loss after a perfect 23-game start.

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