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UTEP Falls 68-54 to Louisiana Tech - Recap
Louisiana Tech grabbed a 68-54 win over UTEP on Thursday, behind a 19-point effort from Daniel Batcho at Thomas Assembly Center.
Bettors who backed Louisiana Tech were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -10.0 at sportsbooks.
Louisiana Tech got 18 points from Tahlik Chavez and another 9 points from Isaiah Crawford. Sean Newman Jr. contributed 6 assists, while Daniel Batcho cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
UTEP got 11 points from Tae Hardy in a losing cause and another 11 points from Otis Frazier III. David Terrell Jr. contributed 5 assists for them, while Zid Powell had 6 rebounds.
Louisiana Tech was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Louisiana Tech as they grabbed 41 boards, while UTEP only had 25
Next game, Louisiana Tech takes its act home to face New Mexico State looking for another win. For UTEP, they head on the road to face Sam Houston State.