Ledoux scores 23 to lead Louisiana Tech over Samford 78-57
RUSTON, La. -- Kalob Ledoux had 23 points as Louisiana Tech easily defeated Samford 78-57 on Saturday night.
DaQuan Bracey had 14 points for Louisiana Tech (5-2), which earned its fourth straight home victory. Derric Jean added 10 points. Mubarak Muhammed had 10 points for the hosts.
Ledoux's 3-point jumper put Louisiana Tech ahead 19-17 at the 8:54 mark of the first half and Tech stayed out front to take a 33-24 advantage into the break.
Robert Allen had 14 points for Samford (4-5). Josh Sharkey added 13 points. Logan Dye had 10 points.
Louisiana Tech plays Mississippi St. on the road on Thursday. Samford plays Auburn-Montgomery at home on Tuesday.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Kerry Sitton
- Andrew Walton
- Rick O'Neill
2024-25 Southern Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tennessee State | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Furman | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Samford | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| UNC Greensboro | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| VMI | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Western Carolina | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Wofford | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Mercer | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Chattanooga | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| The Citadel | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
2024-25 Conference USA Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville State | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Liberty | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Louisiana Tech | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Middle Tennessee | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| New Mexico State | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| UTEP | 0-0 | - | 1-0 |
| Florida International | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Kennesaw State | 0-0 | - | 0-0 |
| Sam Houston | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
| Western Kentucky | 0-0 | - | 0-1 |
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