| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WKU | 31 | 42 | 73 |
| LT | 21 | 53 | 74 |
Lofton's FTs boost Louisiana Tech past Western Kentucky
RUSTON, La. -- — Kenneth Lofton Jr. hit a pair of foul shots with five seconds left to lead Louisiana Tech to a 74-73 win over Western Kentucky on Saturday, the Bulldogs' ninth consecutive home victory.
On the next possession for the Hilltoppers, Dayvion McKnight missed a 3-pointer.
Lofton had 22 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Bulldogs.
Cobe Williams had 18 points for Louisiana Tech (11-3, 2-0 Conference USA). Amorie Archibald added 17 points and eight rebounds. Keaston Willis had 11 points.
Louisiana Tech totaled 21 first-half points, a season low for the team.
Camron Justice had 22 points for the Hilltoppers (8-6, 0-1). Dayvion McKnight added 20 points and six rebounds. Josh Anderson had 15 points.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Kevin Mathis
- Kerby Sitton
- Rob Foster
2024-25 Conference USA Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Tech | 0-0 | - | 4-0 |
| Liberty | 0-0 | - | 5-1 |
| Middle Tennessee | 0-0 | - | 5-1 |
| Kennesaw State | 0-0 | - | 4-1 |
| New Mexico State | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| UTEP | 0-0 | - | 3-1 |
| Jacksonville State | 0-0 | - | 4-2 |
| Sam Houston | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Western Kentucky | 0-0 | - | 3-2 |
| Florida International | 0-0 | - | 1-4 |
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