Cruz Davis leads Texas Tech over Illinois, extending home win streak
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 3:41 AM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026
Cruz Davis scored 20 points as No. 16 Texas Tech held off No. 3 Illinois 84-78 on November 10 in Lubbock, Texas. Texas Tech built a substantial first-half lead, which was challenged by Illinois in the second half. Although Illinois closed the gap to just one point, Texas Tech maintained control to secure their 49th consecutive nonconference home win. Jamichael Stillwell contributed significantly with 11 points and 13 rebounds in his season debut. Texas Tech remains unbeaten at home in nonconference games under fourth-year head coach Grant McCasland. The Red Raiders will face Stonehill at home next, while Illinois returns to host Sam Houston State.
- •Cruz Davis scored 20 points for Texas Tech.
- •Texas Tech leads by 22 points at one stage in the game.
- •Jamichael Stillwell had 11 points and 13 rebounds in his debut.
- •Illinois' Andrej Stojakovic scored 18 points, rallying late.
- •Texas Tech's next game is against Stonehill on November 11.
- 3:41 AMYahoo Sports — Cruz Davis helps No. 16 Texas Tech top No. 3 Illinois for 49th straight nonconference home win
"LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Cruz Davis scored 13 of his 20 points while No. 16 Texas Tech built a big first-half lead, and the Red Raiders held on to beat No.
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