Patrick Mahomes will forever be linked to Texas Tech, not just for the records he shattered on the football field, but for the energy and passion he brought to the university. Though his days slinging passes for the Red Raiders are long gone, his presence still electrifies the crowd whenever he returns. But this time, it wasn’t at Jones AT&T Stadium it was on the basketball court. Even at a Texas Tech hoops game, Mahomes remains the ultimate showstopper.
The Kansas City Chiefs’ quarterback attended the game with his wife, Brittany Mahomes, and as soon as he stepped onto the court, the crowd erupted. Fans cheered and gave him the kind of rockstar reception only a legend like Mahomes could command. But it wasn’t just about the standing ovation Mahomes made sure to give the fans a moment to remember. His unexpected celebration quickly became the highlight of the night, and if you haven’t seen it yet, you need to check out the video.
Mahomes has a way of making every moment feel bigger, and that was no different in Lubbock. Even though he’s built a Hall of Fame-worthy career in the NFL, he still holds a special place in the hearts of Texas Tech fans. His presence alone was enough to light up the arena, proving that whether it’s football or basketball, Red Raider nation will always embrace him as one of their own.
Despite the energy in the arena, Texas Tech couldn’t get the win, falling to Houston 69-61 in a game where they trailed most of the way. The Red Raiders fought hard but couldn’t turn things around, even with Mahomes in attendance. Still, one fan walked away with a victory of his own and it wasn’t just about the scoreboard.
At halftime, one lucky fan got the chance to take part in the classic full-court putting challenge, a contest that has tested the skills (and luck) of many fans at basketball games. The goal? Sink a golf ball into a tiny hole on the opposite end of the court for a massive prize. The entire arena held its breath as the ball rolled across the hardwood, inching closer and closer… and then, boom it dropped in. The crowd erupted, and so did Mahomes.
In pure excitement, the fan sprinted toward the NFL star, and in one of the best celebrations of the night, they leaped into a shoulder bump with Mahomes right there on the court.
Even in a loss, Texas Tech fans left with a moment they won’t forget. Whether it’s throwing touchdowns in the Super Bowl or hyping up the crowd at a college basketball game, Patrick Mahomes always finds a way to make the moment special. And if history tells us anything, this won’t be the last time he steals the show in Lubbock.
