Jim Thorpe Classic - Louisiana Tech vs Portland State Wrap - Portland State Wins 66-48
Jim Thorpe Classic - Louisiana Tech vs Portland State Wrap - Portland State Wins 66-48
Louisiana Tech was scorched by Charles Odum for 27 points as Portland State defeated them 66-48 in NCAA action on Saturday.
Portland State was a 1-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Portland State got 11 points from Chehales Tapscott and another 8 points from Michael Harthun. Lateef McMullan contributed 4 assists, while Chehales Tapscott cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
Louisiana Tech got 10 points from Michale Kyser in a losing cause and another 8 points from J.L. Lewis. Kenneth Smith contributed 2 assists for them, while Trevor Gaskins had 8 rebounds.
Portland State led at halftime, 23-20.
Louisiana Tech had a 48-47 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
