RUSTON, La. — Middle Tennessee men's basketball's four-game win streak came to an end against preseason Conference USA favorite Louisiana Tech, 75-69, Saturday night at the Thomas Assembly Center.
The Bulldogs got off to a hot start with a quick 9-2 run to begin the game. However, the Blue Raiders responded with a 15-0 run of their own, with contributions from everyone on the court. led the run with five points, while , , Justin BufFord, and each added a basket.
Middle Tennessee continued to hold its lead through the remainder of the first half, heading to the locker room with a 30-27 lead.