CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (Interstat) — Two undefeated teams will clash Tuesday when the Texas Tech Red Raiders visit the Illinois Fighting Illini in a non-conference men’s basketball matchup at State Farm Center.

Both teams enter the contest with 2-0 records after high-scoring victories on Friday. Texas Tech dominated Sam Houston 98-77, while Illinois rolled past Florida Gulf Coast 113-70.

The Red Raiders are led by a potent offense that has averaged 98 points per game. Forward JT Toppin is coming off a 31-point, 4-assist performance against Sam Houston. He is supported by guards Christian Anderson (18 points, 7 assists) and Donovan Atwell (19 points).

Illinois has been equally impressive, also averaging 113 points through two games. Guard Kylan Boswell recorded a double-double with 31 points and 10 rebounds in the win over Florida Gulf Coast. Center Zvonimir Ivisic added 16 points, 9 rebounds and 7 blocks, showcasing a formidable interior presence.

This game serves as a major early-season test for both programs before each embarks on a challenging stretch. Texas Tech will host Milwaukee on Friday before traveling to the Bahamas for a matchup with Wake Forest. Illinois will host Colgate on Friday before a high-profile neutral-site game against Alabama in Chicago.

Tipoff is set for 8 p.m. EST Tuesday in Champaign.