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North Texas Defeats Louisiana Tech 72-62 - Recap
Louisiana Tech was victimized for 20 points and 10 rebounds by Abou Ousmane as North Texas defeated them 72-62 in NCAA action on Thursday.
Bettors who backed North Texas were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.5 at sportsbooks.
North Texas got 19 points from Kai Huntsberry and another 11 points from Aaron Scott. Kai Huntsberry contributed 6 assists, while Abou Ousmane cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Louisiana Tech got 18 points from Keaston Willis in a losing cause and another 12 points from Isaiah Crawford. Isaiah Crawford contributed 6 assists for them, while Kaleb Stewart had 5 rebounds.
North Texas was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
North Texas had a 26-22 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
North Texas heads into a battle against UTEP. Louisiana Tech, meanwhile, will have their next action against Charlotte.