Louisiana Tech Dominates Ecclesia in 89-37 Victory
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · Thomas Assembly Center
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 89, Ecclesia Royals 37, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Ecclesia Royals vs Louisiana Tech Bulldogs?
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs beat Ecclesia Royals 89-37 at Thomas Assembly Center on December 7, 2025.
The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs secured a commanding victory over the Ecclesia Royals, finishing the game with a score of 89-37. This matchup highlighted the stark contrast in recent performances between the two teams, with Louisiana Tech showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive strength at the Thomas Assembly Center.
Louisiana Tech entered the game with a record of 5-3, having shown mixed form in their last ten games with a record of 5-5. They had averaged 69.5 points scored and allowed 63.3 points during this stretch. Their recent form included a win against Alcorn State Braves at home, where they triumphed 83-58, but they were coming off a loss to Georgia Southern Eagles, 69-77, just days prior to this game. The Bulldogs had a solid home record of 5-1, indicating their strength on their own court.
In contrast, the Ecclesia Royals struggled significantly, entering the game with a record of 0-5 in their last five outings and an overall away record of 0-5. Their average scoring during this stretch was a mere 55.4 points, while they allowed a staggering 114.2 points per game. Their last five results included heavy losses, such as a 51-115 defeat against Southern Jaguars and a 42-131 loss to the same team earlier in the season. This context set the stage for a challenging game for the Royals.
The matchup was marked by a series of scoring plays that underscored Louisiana Tech's dominance. In the second half, Kaden Cooper opened the scoring with a free throw, bringing the score to 78-35. This was followed by a dunk from Scooter Williams, pushing the lead to 80-35. Keegan Rowell then made a three-point jumper, assisted by Jaylen Fenner, extending the lead to 83-35. The Royals managed to score with a jumper from Adrian Nelson, but it was not enough to shift the momentum. Louisiana Tech continued to pile on the points with free throws from Avery Thomas II and layups from Rowell and Williams, ultimately sealing the game at 89-37.
The conditions at the Thomas Assembly Center were favorable for the Bulldogs, who thrived in front of their home crowd. The atmosphere likely contributed to their performance, as they consistently outplayed the Royals throughout the match. The Bulldogs' ability to capitalize on their home advantage was evident, as they maintained a strong defensive presence while executing their offensive strategies effectively.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details regarding player availability for either team, but the performance of the Bulldogs suggests they were at full strength, allowing them to execute their game plan without disruption.
Betting lines from the market indicated that Louisiana Tech was heavily favored to win, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting the expectations leading into the game. This probability aligned with the eventual outcome, as the Bulldogs demonstrated their superiority on the court.
Overall, this game served as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by Ecclesia, while Louisiana Tech reaffirmed their position as a competitive team in the league. Fans and analysts alike will be watching to see how each team responds in their upcoming fixtures, particularly how the Royals aim to break their losing streak.
Leaders
- PointsKaden Cooper20Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
- AssistsAJ Bates10Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
- ReboundsWill Jeffress9Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
- PointsAdrian Nelson12Ecclesia Royals
- AssistsChristian Ford2Ecclesia Royals
- ReboundsChristian Ford4Ecclesia Royals
Recent form
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
Last 10: 5-5Streak L169.5 scored · 63.3 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L69-77at Georgia Southern EaglesDec 4
- W83-58vs Alcorn State BravesNov 29
- W75-73vs Indiana State SycamoresNov 27
- L51-60at Indiana State SycamoresNov 20
- W68-51vs Jackson State TigersNov 16
- W93-35vs Lyon ScotsNov 9
- L50-77at Nevada Wolf PackNov 5
- L75-77at Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersMar 14
- W76-58vs UTEP MinersMar 8
- L55-67vs New Mexico State AggiesMar 7
Ecclesia Royals
Last 5: 0-5Streak L555.4 scored · 114.2 allowed per game0-5 away
- L75-95at Northwestern State DemonsNov 14
- L51-115at Southern JaguarsNov 10
- L61-120at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsDec 17
- L42-131at Southern JaguarsNov 17
- L48-110at UL Monroe WarhawksNov 15
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Ecclesia Royals | Louisiana Tech Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 13-54 | 34-52 |
| Field goal % | 24 | 65 |
| Three-pointers | 4-21 | 11-24 |
| Three-point % | 19 | 46 |
| Free throws | 7-11 | 10-15 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 17 | 46 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 10 | 37 |
| Assists | 7 | 24 |
| Steals | 6 | 12 |
| Blocks | 0 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 8 | 42 |
| Fouls | 16 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 52 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half11-40Avery Thomas II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by AJ Bates.
- 2nd Half11-41DJ Dudley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half13-41Carlos Dawkins made Jumper.
- 2nd Half13-43Kaden Cooper made Dunk. Assisted by AJ Bates.
- 2nd Half13-45DJ Dudley made Dunk.
- 2nd Half14-45Brock Wesley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half14-48AJ Bates made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sir Issac Herron.
- 2nd Half14-50Kaden Cooper made Layup. Assisted by AJ Bates.
- 2nd Half16-50Christian Ford made Layup.
- 2nd Half16-52Kaden Cooper made Layup. Assisted by AJ Bates.
- 2nd Half16-55AJ Bates made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half18-55Christian Ford made Jumper.
- 2nd Half18-57DJ Dudley made Layup. Assisted by AJ Bates.
- 2nd Half18-60Avery Thomas II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Scooter Williams.
- 2nd Half18-63Kaden Cooper made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Scooter Williams.
- 2nd Half21-63Brock Wesley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Christian Ford.
- 2nd Half21-65Avery Thomas II made Jumper.
- 2nd Half23-65Christian Ford made Jumper. Assisted by Coleton Loper.
- 2nd Half25-65Jadorian Jones made Jumper. Assisted by Christian Ford.
- 2nd Half25-66Avery Thomas II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half28-66Brock Wesley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Carlos Dawkins.
- 2nd Half28-69Avery Thomas II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Scooter Williams.
- 2nd Half28-71Scooter Williams made Dunk. Assisted by Sir Issac Herron.
- 2nd Half28-73Kaden Cooper made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half29-73Brock Wesley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half30-73Brock Wesley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half31-73Jadorian Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-73Jadorian Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-74Scooter Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-74Adrian Nelson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Amarion Hoggan.
- 2nd Half35-76Melian Martinez made Layup. Assisted by Avery Thomas II.
- 2nd Half35-77Kaden Cooper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-78Kaden Cooper made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-80Scooter Williams made Dunk.
- 2nd Half35-83Keegan Rowell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaylen Fenner.
- 2nd Half37-83Adrian Nelson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half37-84Avery Thomas II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-85Avery Thomas II made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-87Keegan Rowell made Layup. Assisted by Scooter Williams.
- 2nd Half37-89Scooter Williams made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, below favours Ecclesia Royals.
Venue
- Thomas Assembly CenterRuston, LA
- Attendance1967
- OfficialsBrent Dugas, Drew Larson, John Jenkins Jr.
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