It's LT over USU

So much for the PTW prediction that the faves would triumph today ...

Continuing the bizarro world inhabiting the Orleans Arena, Louisiana Tech burst out to a 10-1 lead over Utah State at the 15:40 mark of the first period. LT's lead lessened, dropping three, 35-32, at the half -- this despite being out-boarded 18-9.

It remained close throughout the second 20 minutes with the final score 72-70, Louisiana Tech.

Four Bulldogs scored in double figures -- Romario Souza and Trevor Gaskins with 16 points apiece, with Raheem Appleby and Brandon Gibson both contributing 13 as Coach Mike White's team shot 53% for the game.

Danny Berger came off the bench to score a team-leading 17 points for the Aggies. Brockeith Pane totaled 13 points and Ben Clifford 12. Preston Medlin end the contest with six points on 1-7 shooting but he did pass for eight assists while grabbing five rebounds.

USU shot 46% overall and won the boards battle 32-21. Stew Morrill's group also shot 27 free throws to 16 for Louisiana Tech.

So for tomorrow, Hawaii and New Mexico State will square off @ 6 p.m. with Nevada and Louisiana Tech hitting the court @ 8:30 p.m.