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BYU Downs Texas Southern 81-64 - Match Report

BYU grabbed a 81-64 win over Texas Southern on Wednesday, behind a 18-point effort from Te'Jon Lucas at Marriott Center.

BYU got 13 points from Fousseyni Traore and another 12 points from Alex Barcello. Te'Jon Lucas contributed 7 assists, while Gideon George cleaned the glass with 16 rebounds.

Texas Southern got a 21-point performance from PJ Henry, who was supported by 12 points from Brison Gresham. PJ Henry had 2 assists in a losing cause for Texas Southern, while Brison Gresham grabbed 9 rebounds.

BYU led at halftime, $HalfScore.

BYU had a 47-34 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

BYU heads into a battle against Utah. Texas Southern, meanwhile, will have their next action against Louisiana Tech.