Bobby Knight is known for whipping his players into shape. After resigning and handing the team over to his son Pat, Texas Tech has got off to a great start this season. In fact they have made NCAA history by scoring 167 points against East Central in a total thrashing Thursday night
in the Legends Classics tournament game. The only other college basketball team to come close to such a lofty mark was LMU. With the final score, 167-117 it's obvious there wasn't any effective defense in this blowout by either team. 10 players for Texas Tech scored in double figures, taking quick shots and having their way on offense. I'm sure the Legendary elder Knight is proud, but would still find flaws in their game making it known by shouting obscenities from the coach's box.
The Red Raiders are cruising in the early going with a 3-0 start. Pat Knight has got them in tune for playing high energy basketball and the results can only get better as the season progresses. In last night's masterpiece performance two Red Raiders', Nick Okorie and Trevor Cook scored 20 points each as the team tallied 77 at halftime. I have never heard about or seen such a feat in college basketball ever. It's too bad I missed this one because it sure was a classic. With Knight's new speed-style of play the Red Raiders will be no slouch in the Big 10 this year. They're ready for all challengers regardless of size. Up next on the schedule Texas Tech will battle Eastern Kentucky, Southeastern Louisiana, and Pittsburgh. The Red Raiders will push to keep up the hot streak!
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