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Rice Owls vs Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Recap - Louisiana Tech Wins 72-56
Louisiana Tech got 15 points from DaQuan Bracey en route to a 72-56 victory over Rice on Thursday at Thomas Assembly Center.
Bettors who backed Louisiana Tech were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -14.5 at sportsbooks.
Derric Jean had 13 points for Louisiana Tech and Kalob Ledoux chipped in with 11 points. Derric Jean had 8 assists for them, while Mubarak Muhammed was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Rice got 20 points from Trey Murphy III in a losing cause and another 10 points from Chris Mullins. Ako Adams contributed 4 assists for them, while Quincy Olivari had 4 rebounds.
Louisiana Tech led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Louisiana Tech had a 36-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Louisiana Tech heads into a battle against North Texas. Rice, meanwhile, will have their next action against Southern Mississippi.