Darius Johnson made 7 of 10 shots with two 3s and 8 of 10 foul shots for the Knights. Keyshawn Hall sank 9 of 13 — 4 of 4 from distance.

Breaking down Texas Tech basketball's Big 12 opener against UCF from all angles, including injury updates, predictions and what you need to know.

UCF was steady in the first half against Texas Tech, then dominated early in the second to roll into Lubbock and open Big 12 Conference play with a gritty 87-83 triumph on Tuesday.

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Texas Tech Raiders (9-3, 0-1 Big 12) dropped to the UCF Knights (10-2, 1-0 Big 12) at home to open Big 12 Conference play, 87-83. The Red Raiders trailed at halftime, 47-41. The Knights shot 52% from the floor compared to Texas Tech’s 46%.

UCF and host Texas Tech launch league play on Tuesday in a matchup of teams off to strong starts and looking to carve out a spot among the upper echelon