Liberty Flames @ Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
Louisiana Tech defeats Liberty 80-76 in OT
RUSTON, La. -- — Isaiah Crawford scored 22 points as Louisiana Tech beat Liberty 80-76 in overtime on Sunday.
Crawford also contributed six rebounds and seven blocks for the Bulldogs (12-6, 2-1 Conference USA). Daniel Batcho scored 21 points and added nine rebounds and three blocks. Tahlik Chavez shot 6 for 12 (3 for 7 from 3-point range) and 4 of 6 from the free-throw line to finish with 19 points.
The Flames (11-7, 0-3) were led by Kyle Rode, who recorded 20 points and six rebounds. Zach Cleveland added 18 points, six rebounds and four assists for Liberty. In addition, Kaden Metheny finished with 14 points.
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Game Information
Ruston, LA
Referee:Jeb Hartness
Referee:Doug Sirmons
Referee:Randal Anders
2025-26 Standings
| Conference USAConference USA | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 17-3 | - | 26-8 |
| Sam Houston | 13-7 | 4 | 22-12 |
| Louisiana Tech | 11-9 | 6 | 20-14 |
| Western Kentucky | 11-9 | 6 | 18-14 |
| Middle Tennessee | 11-9 | 6 | 17-15 |
| Kennesaw State | 10-10 | 7 | 21-14 |
| Jacksonville State | 10-10 | 7 | 15-17 |
| New Mexico State | 8-12 | 9 | 16-16 |
| Missouri State | 8-12 | 9 | 16-18 |
| Florida International | 8-12 | 9 | 15-17 |
| UTEP | 7-13 | 10 | 11-20 |
| Delaware | 6-14 | 11 | 10-21 |
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