Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Defeat UTEP Miners 69-59
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Don Haskins Center
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs 69, UTEP Miners 59, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs UTEP Miners?
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs beat UTEP Miners 69-59 at Don Haskins Center on January 28, 2026.
Who was favored in Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs UTEP Miners?
UTEP Miners were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs secured a 69-59 victory over the UTEP Miners at the Don Haskins Center. This game marked a continuation of the Bulldogs' recent success against the Miners, improving their head-to-head record to 3-1 over the last four meetings. The Bulldogs had previously defeated UTEP 75-63 in their last encounter on December 30, 2025, showcasing their dominance in this rivalry.
Entering this game, UTEP held a home record of 7-14, while Louisiana Tech boasted a stronger away record of 12-8. The Miners had struggled recently, with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, and they were on a one-game losing streak following a defeat to Missouri State Bears just days prior. UTEP averaged 67.6 points scored and allowed 73.2 points in that span, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that have plagued their season.
On the other hand, Louisiana Tech's recent form was slightly better, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games and a one-game winning streak after defeating Kennesaw State Owls. They averaged 65.7 points scored while allowing 65.3 points, reflecting a more balanced performance compared to their opponents. Despite their struggles on the road, where they had not won in four attempts, the Bulldogs were looking to build momentum.
The game unfolded with both teams battling for control, but Louisiana Tech's ability to capitalize on free-throw opportunities proved crucial. In the second half, AJ Bates and Scooter Williams were instrumental in extending the Bulldogs' lead through successful free throws, contributing to the final score. UTEP's struggles were evident as they failed to keep pace, ultimately falling short despite their efforts.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either team, allowing both sides to field their full rosters. The market had UTEP as the favorites, with DraftKings listing them at -2.5, while the total for the game was set at 130.5. This indicated expectations for a relatively low-scoring affair, which aligned with the final score of 69-59.
The conditions in the Don Haskins Center were typical for a college basketball environment, with an engaged crowd supporting the home team. However, the Bulldogs' experience and recent success against UTEP seemed to give them an edge as they executed their game plan effectively.
Overall, this fixture highlighted the contrasting trajectories of the two teams in the season. Louisiana Tech's victory not only solidified their standing in the league but also demonstrated their capacity to perform under pressure, particularly in a hostile environment. For UTEP, the loss underscored the need for improvement as they look to rebound in their upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UTEP -2.5 | 130.5 o -108 / u -112 | Louisiana Tech Bulldogs +120 · UTEP Miners -142 |
Leaders
- PointsElijah Jones25UTEP Miners
- AssistsKJ Thomas3UTEP Miners
- ReboundsJamal West Jr.11UTEP Miners
- PointsDJ Dudley20Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
- AssistsAJ Bates7Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
- ReboundsAvery Thomas II11Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
Recent form
UTEP Miners
Last 10: 4-6Streak L167.6 scored · 73.2 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L57-62vs Missouri State BearsJan 24
- W83-77vs Florida International PanthersJan 23
- L69-80at Liberty FlamesJan 17
- W70-69at Delaware Blue HensJan 16
- L56-68vs Western Kentucky HilltoppersJan 10
- W83-80vs Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersJan 9
- L64-76at Florida International PanthersJan 4
- L55-79at Missouri State BearsJan 3
- L63-75at Louisiana Tech BulldogsDec 30
- W76-66vs North Dakota State BisonDec 23
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
Last 10: 5-5Streak W165.7 scored · 65.3 allowed per game0-4 away
- W82-76vs Kennesaw State OwlsJan 23
- L60-64at Jacksonville State GamecocksJan 17
- W59-58vs Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersJan 15
- W70-68vs Delaware Blue HensJan 10
- L56-72vs Liberty FlamesJan 9
- L61-66at Western Kentucky HilltoppersJan 4
- L51-88at Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersJan 3
- W75-63vs UTEP MinersDec 30
- W90-37vs Dallas Christian CrusadersDec 22
- L53-61at Tulane Green WaveDec 18
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 |
| Utah State | 29-7 | - | 15-5 |
| San Diego State | 22-11 | 1 | 14-6 |
| New Mexico | 26-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Grand Canyon | 20-12 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Nevada | 24-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Boise State | 20-12 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Colorado State | 21-13 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UNLV | 18-17 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Wyoming | 18-15 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Fresno State | 13-19 | 8 | 7-13 |
| San José State | 9-24 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Air Force | 3-29 | 15 | 0-20 |
Box score
| Stat | Louisiana Tech Bulldogs | UTEP Miners |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-53 | 17-54 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 31 |
| Three-pointers | 7-16 | 8-23 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 35 |
| Free throws | 14-18 | 17-19 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 89 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 19 |
| Assists | 12 | 11 |
| Steals | 6 | 7 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 23 |
| Fast-break points | 22 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 14 |
| Fouls | 16 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 77 | 19 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-29Avery Thomas II makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-32Elijah Jones makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half43-32DJ Dudley makes 28-foot three point jumper (AJ Bates assists)
- 2nd Half44-32Melian Martinez makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-32Melian Martinez makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-33Elijah Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-34Elijah Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-36Jamal West Jr. makes layup (Caleb Blackwell assists)
- 2nd Half45-37Elijah Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-38Elijah Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-38Avery Thomas II makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half49-38Jaylen Fenner makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half52-38DJ Dudley makes 27-foot three point jumper (Scooter Williams assists)
- 2nd Half52-39Jamal West Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-40Jamal West Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-42Jamal West Jr. makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-42Will Allen makes layup (AJ Bates assists)
- 2nd Half55-42Scooter Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-45Kaseem Watson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cassius Brooks assists)
- 2nd Half55-48Kaseem Watson makes 23-foot three point jumper (KJ Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half57-48Melian Martinez makes 5-foot alley oop dunk (AJ Bates assists)
- 2nd Half59-48Scooter Williams makes 5-foot dunk (AJ Bates assists)
- 2nd Half59-49Kaseem Watson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-50Kaseem Watson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-50Will Allen makes 10-foot jumper (AJ Bates assists)
- 2nd Half61-51Jamal West Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-52Jamal West Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-53Kaseem Watson makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half61-54Kaseem Watson makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half61-55Kaseem Watson makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half61-58Kaseem Watson makes 24-foot three point jumper (KJ Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half62-58AJ Bates makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-58AJ Bates makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-58AJ Bates makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-58Scooter Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-59Elijah Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-59DJ Dudley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-59DJ Dudley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-59Scooter Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-59Scooter Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UTEP Miners, below favours Louisiana Tech Bulldogs.
Venue
- Don Haskins CenterEl Paso, TX
- Attendance3335
- OfficialsJason Baker, Randal Anders, John Johnson
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