Pilots Break Away in Second Half, Top Southwest 101–75 on the Road

SHREVEPORT, La. -- LSU Shreveport men's basketball put together a complete road performance on Tuesday afternoon, defeating the University of the Southwest, 101–75, to remain near the top of the Red River Athletic Conference standings.

The Pilots improved to 18-4 overall and 15-1 in RRAC play, using a balanced offensive attack and control of the glass to pull away in the second half. Southwest dropped to 5-18 overall and 2-15 in conference.

After a back-and-forth opening stretch that featured six ties and six lead changes, LSU Shreveport seized momentum late in the first half. A closing surge pushed the Pilots to a 49–39 halftime lead, capped by a strong final minute that included a dunk from Khi Wallace and a bucket from Thaddeus Johnson.

LSUS carried that momentum into the second half, opening with consistent pressure on both ends and stretching the lead into double digits early. The Pilots dominated inside, scoring 54 points in the paint, and finished the night shooting 54.4 percent from the field while winning the rebounding battle, 44–32. LSU Shreveport built its largest lead of the night at 27 points and maintained control down the stretch.

Thaddeus Johnson led all scorers with 27 points, adding three assists and two rebounds. Khi Wallace followed closely with a double-double of 24 points and 14 rebounds, along with three assists and two blocks. Alexzaye Johnson filled the stat sheet with 20 points, eight assists, seven rebounds, and a steal. James Johnson added 14 points, seven rebounds, and an assist, while Emareyon McDonald rounded out the double-figure scorers with 10 points, seven rebounds, and three assists.

For the Mustangs, Isaac Warhurst led the team with 12 points, two rebounds, two assists, a steal, and a block. Kevin Boone posted a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds, while EJay Scroggins chipped in 11 points, six rebounds, two assists, and a block. Steven Mosini finished with 10 points. Jayvian Lawson also played a key role for the Mustangs, dishing out eight assists to go along with four rebounds.

The Pilots will be back in action on Feb. 5 as they travel to face UNT Dallas. Tip-off is set for 7:30 p.m.

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