TAMPA, Fla. (Interstat) — Texas Tech overpowered Akron 91-71 in a men’s NCAA Tournament first-round game Friday at Amalie Arena. The Red Raiders pulled away in the second half, outscoring the Zips 51-36 after leading 40-35 at halftime.

Jaylen Petty led Texas Tech with 24 points. Christian Anderson added 18 points and five assists, while Josiah Moseley contributed 16 points and four blocks. The Red Raiders’ defense fueled their offense, generating 15 fast-break points and 15 points off turnovers. Akron, which finished its season 27-6, had no fast-break points. Texas Tech improved to 23-10 and advanced to face Hofstra on Sunday.