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Louisiana Tech vs Florida International Final: 86-82 - Recap
Florida International was victimized for 21 points and 13 rebounds by Kenneth Lofton Jr. as Louisiana Tech defeated them 86-82 in NCAA action on Saturday.
Louisiana Tech did not, however, defeat Florida International against the spread, which closed at -7.0 at most sportsbooks.
Amorie Archibald had 21 points for Louisiana Tech and Keaston Willis chipped in with 19 points. Kenneth Lofton Jr. had 7 assists for them, while Kenneth Lofton Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
Florida International got 25 points from Eric Lovett in a losing cause and another 17 points from Denver Jones. Tevin Brewer contributed 8 assists for them, while Seth Pinkney had 9 rebounds.
Louisiana Tech led at halftime, 30-26.
Florida International had a 31-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Louisiana Tech heads into a battle against Charlotte. Florida International, meanwhile, will have their next action against Marshall.