Quarterfinals vs. Western Kentucky

[FriscoDawg]

Game was never in doubt, had 'em all the way

It'll never be in doubt tomorrow either with another 20 turnovers.

[latech]

Congrats to our dawgs on the win!!!

[dawg80]

Dawgs vs. UNT
Techsters vs. MTSU

We face one of the better teams in both games. Gonna take some great basketball from both teams to advance to Saturday.

[News_Bot]

A new article has been posted on www.latechsports.com:



FRISCO, Texas – Louisiana Tech defeated WKU back on New Year's Day, getting free throws by Kenneth Lofton, Jr. and one final defensive stop to secure the win.

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[champion110]

Dawgs vs. UNT
Techsters vs. MTSU

We face one of the better teams in both games. Gonna take some great basketball from both teams to advance to Saturday.

You are exactly right! I was on the edge of my seat for 3 quarters of the game last night. It was a big win - WKU was in it to win it and almost pulled it off. Now, it just gets more difficult! As for the Lady Techsters, they have come a long way from mid-season and will be tested tonight on how far they have come. Both the men and women passed the test so far... Every game will be close today. I may need heart meds for these two games.

[techman05]

Always need to keep the Tums, and the heart paddles handy when “enjoying” Tech athletics.

[Dwayne From Minden]

Willis has emerged as the go to guy in this tournament

Jr's numbers are still static on what he was doing over the last quarter of the regular season

We saw why Konkol doesn't trust Green last night - he almost gave the game away

Cobe has got to get it going on the offensive end of the court

Hunter continues to grow his game

Poppa is still out of control - needs to try to run at 90% and let the game come to him instead of forcing it at 120%

That said we are in the semi-finals and we know its going to be a two possession game one way or another in the last two minutes vs UNT

[HogDawg]

Well, from that photo, it appears that Lofton's "ankle" is alright.

[HogDawg]

Willis has emerged as the go to guy in this tournament

Jr's numbers are still static on what he was doing over the last quarter of the regular season

We saw why Konkol doesn't trust Green last night - he almost gave the game away

Cobe has got to get it going on the offensive end of the court

Hunter continues to grow his game

Poppa is still out of control - needs to try to run at 90% and let the game come to him instead of forcing it at 120%

That said we are in the semi-finals and we know its going to be a two possession game one way or another in the last two minutes vs UNT

I like Hunter a lot. I don't think he plays enough. He only played 10 minutes last night against WKU, and he still scored 6 pts (3 for 3 FG's) and grabbed 3 defensive rebounds in only 10 minutes. And he seems to be a very excited and energetic player. He's definitely a solid contributor. I wish Konkol could give Hunter more minutes. Might alleviate some of the defensive pressure being put on Lofton.

[Blue Dawg]

I like Hunter a lot. I don't think he plays enough. He only played 10 minutes last night against WKU, and he still scored 6 pts (3 for 3 FG's) and grabbed 3 defensive rebounds in only 10 minutes. And he seems to be a very excited and energetic player. He's definitely a solid contributor. I wish Konkol could give Hunter more minutes. Might alleviate some of the defensive pressure being put on Lofton.

He's got good energy. There are times he still is a little raw but I enjoy watching him play.

[sportdawg]

And Hunter looks like a young Malone

[HogDawg]

And Hunter looks like a young Malone

Wow. He sure does. Almost identical body build at this point in his life.

[skilldawg]

nice catch. Hunter needs a whole lot more minutes. so do Green, bradford and stewart. each is an upgrade athletically. if they come with energy, live with the mistakes. we only match up with superior teams when the bench is involved and a couple of covid seniors are reined in.

[dawg80]

As I posted during the WKU game we are often better with Hunter on the floor and Lofton on the bench. That is true because the other team rests their big man when Lofton is off the floor. So, it comes down to Hunter vs. their back-up and Hunter is starting to show he is better than most teams' second big man. Also, and more importantly, Konkol changes our half-court offense when Hunter is out there from a Lofton-centric offense to a guard-oriented flow. If we're going to play three guards they sure as heck better step up and deliver some offense! Otherwise, go back to the old two guards, two forwards and a center scheme.

Beyond that, Hunter is growing and getting more confident. He is no longer a freshman, he has played in 33 college games now. I would like to see a rotation with both Lofton and Hunter on the floor with WAW or two guards and a forward. David Green has had some bonehead moments lately, but I like his offensive game and see tons of potential.

But, other than body type, Hunter has a LONG way to go to be compared to Karl Malone. I hope he gets close, if so, he's gonna be great for us!

[champion110]

I think we will see Lofton shine tonight. He is not going to go out with last night performance. Don't ever forget that even when he doesn't score as much, he alters SO many shots in the paint. Plus, he draws ALL the attention - freeing up our other players.