Texas Tech Routs LSU Behind Anderson’s 27 Points

FORT WORTH, Texas (Interstat) — Christian Anderson scored 27 points and dished eight assists to lead Texas Tech to an 82-58 victory over LSU in a nonconference men’s basketball game Sunday at Lupton Stadium.

The Red Raiders (7-2) built a commanding 47-26 halftime lead and never were threatened. Anderson keyed the early surge, hitting five 3-pointers. LeJuan Watts added 15 points for Texas Tech.

Dedan Thomas led LSU (8-1) with 13 points, and Michael Nwoko added 10. The Tigers, who entered undefeated, were outscored by 21 in the first half and shot poorly throughout. Texas Tech finished with 12 fast-break points to LSU’s eight.