After close losses, Oklahoma, Texas Tech seek first Big 12 triumph

It's a little early for either Oklahoma or Texas Tech to be in must-win mode when it comes to the Big 12 race and hopes of an NCAA Tournament spot.

But headed into Saturday's matchup between the two in Lubbock, Texas, the urgency is heightening.

Both have dropped their first two conference games -- all to ranked competition -- and none of the four games have been decided by more than six points.

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