Can the Bulldogs' Overtime Surge Against Flames Ignite a Winning Streak?
The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs emerged victorious in a closely contested battle against the Liberty Flames with a final score of 80-76. The Bulldogs now stand at an impressive record, while the Flames' record takes a hit. In an intense matchup that saw both teams fight tooth and nail, it was the overtime period that ultimately decided the fate of this conference game.
The Bulldogs showcased their defensive might by amassing 11 blocks throughout the game, setting a formidable barrier for the Flames' offense. The home team's resilience was on full display as they outrebounded their opponents with 41 rebounds to 32. Notably, Louisiana Tech dominated inside with 40 points in paint compared to Liberty's 28, underscoring their effective interior play.
Louisiana Tech's offensive efforts were led by their accuracy from two-point range where they shot an impressive 49 percent. Their field goal percentage stood at a solid 47 percent overall, indicating efficient scoring from various spots on the floor. Free throws also played a crucial role in sealing their win; hitting them at a rate of 75 percent ensured that they capitalized on every opportunity to score.
Despite committing more turnovers (12) than Liberty (9), Louisiana Tech managed to convert these into more points off turnovers (17) than did Liberty (14). This ability to capitalize on mistakes was pivotal in maintaining momentum and building pressure on their opponents.
On the other side of the court, despite falling short, Liberty put up strong numbers including shooting at 43 percent from field goals and making ten three-pointers at a rate of 37 percent which kept them within striking distance throughout regulation time. Their assist-to-turnover ratio stood higher than Louisiana Tech's at 1.56 due to distributing fourteen assists while only turning over nine times themselves.
As fans look ahead, they can mark their calendars for when Louisiana Tech takes on Jacksonville State Gamecocks away from home turf at Pete Mathews Coliseum in Jacksonville. Scheduled for January 20th at approximately five o'clock PM Central Time Zone after accounting for daylight saving time adjustments; supporters can catch all live action broadcasted via ESPN+ online network ensuring not one moment is missed.