| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LT | 36 | 23 | 59 |
| WKU | 33 | 24 | 57 |
Lofton's layup leads Louisiana Tech past Western Kentucky
FRISCO, Texas -- — Kenneth Lofton Jr. made a layup with 24 seconds left to give Louisiana Tech the lead en route to a 59-57 win over Western Kentucky in the Conference USA tournament quarterfinals on Thursday night.
Lofton tallied 15 points and 12 rebounds and Keaston Willis had 17 points for Louisiana Tech (23-9). David Green added 10 points.
Dayvion McKnight had 20 points and seven rebounds for the Hilltoppers (19-13). Josh Anderson added 16 points and Camron Justice had 15 points. Jamarion Sharp had 10 rebounds, and six blocks.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Gary Maxwell
- Kevin Mathis
- Shane Staggs
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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