
Christian Anderson was Texas Tech’s engine, not just its guard
In the 2025-26 season, Christian Anderson emerged as a Big 12 headliner for Texas Tech, averaging 18.5 points and 7.4 assists while setting a program record with 244 assists and shooting 41.5% from three on high volume[1][3]. He’s the kind of lead guard who bends a defense with pace, creation, and shot-making, and the resume backs it up: All-Big 12 First Team, multiple All-America nods, and a reputation as one of the nation’s most dynamic playmakers[2][7]. There was a brief NCAA Tournament injury scare, but Texas Tech said he’d be available[5][14]. In short: if you need a fearless, high-IQ floor general who can score and distribute, he’s your guy—and yes, he fit the bill for the next level, which is why he went first-round in 2026[1][8].






