LYNCHBURG, Va. (Interstat) — Paris Bradley scored 31 points and Louisiana Tech rode a blistering offensive performance to an 86-72 victory over Liberty in a Conference USA women’s basketball game Sunday at Vines Center.

The Lady Techsters, who entered as significant underdogs according to advanced metrics, snapped a two-game skid and improved to 9-5 overall. The Lady Flames fell to 8-7.

Bradley, a guard from Carrollton, Texas, was the catalyst, hitting 6 of 9 attempts from 3-point range and adding five rebounds in 37 minutes. Her backcourt partner, Averi Aaron, provided crucial support with 21 points and seven rebounds. The duo combined for 52 points, exploiting Liberty’s defense with efficient shooting from deep and at the free-throw line.

Louisiana Tech’s offensive execution was the story. The Lady Techsters shot 55.1% from the field and a scorching 60% from beyond the arc, making 12 of 20 3-pointers. They were even more precise at the foul line, converting 20 of 23 attempts. Despite having only three offensive rebounds and eight assists, they maximized their possessions, committing just 12 turnovers while forcing 18 from Liberty.

The most important part of the game was Louisiana Tech’s sustained shooting accuracy and poise in a hostile environment. From the opening tip, the Lady Techsters answered every Liberty push with a critical basket, never allowing the home team to build momentum or a significant lead. Bradley’s flurry of 3-pointers, particularly during key stretches in the second and third quarters, consistently stifled Liberty rallies and demoralized their defense. Her performance, coming off a 13-point outing in a win at Delaware, underscored her role as the team’s primary offensive weapon.

Liberty, which had been projected to win with an 88.4% probability by Interstat’s ELO system, could not keep pace despite shooting 51.8% from the field. The Lady Flames were hampered by their inability to generate extra opportunities or stop Louisiana Tech’s perimeter attack. Emmy Stout led Liberty with 20 points, six rebounds and two blocks. Avery Mills added 17 points and four assists, and Claudia Acin chipped in 13 points and seven assists.

The Lady Flames won the rebounding battle 29-20, including a 9-3 edge on the offensive glass, but those advantages were negated by their turnovers and Louisiana Tech’s superior shot-making. Liberty also struggled from distance, hitting just 7 of 18 3-pointers, and from the free-throw line, making only 7 of 9.

Jianna Morris facilitated the Louisiana Tech offense with six assists, while Alexia Weaver also had six assists to go with eight points. The Lady Techsters’ defense, led by eight steals, translated those takeaways into easy scoring chances that fueled their efficient offensive rating of 124.8.

Liberty will look to rebound on the road at Delaware next Saturday. Louisiana Tech returns home to host Middle Tennessee on Thursday.