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Recap - Memphis Defeats Louisiana Tech 81-71

Memphis got 23 points from PJ Haggerty as they ran past Louisiana Tech 81-71 on Wednesday at FedExForum.

Bettors who backed Memphis were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -11.0.

Tyrese Hunter had 20 points for Memphis and Colby Rogers chipped in with 13 points. PJ Haggerty had 6 assists for them, while Moussa Cisse was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.

Louisiana Tech got a 18-point performance from Al Green, who was supported by 13 points from Sean Newman Jr.. Sean Newman Jr. had 11 assists in a losing cause for Louisiana Tech, while Kaden Cooper grabbed 9 rebounds.

Memphis had a 36-23 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Memphis looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Arkansas State. Louisiana Tech will aim to get back on the winning track at Louisiana-Lafayette.