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Gibbs-Lawhorn's 25 Points Lead Texas Tech Past Bethune-Cookman

Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn scored 25 points as No. 19 Texas Tech defeated Bethune-Cookman 76-58 at United Supermarkets Arena, improving to 2-0 on the season.

Marlene Keller· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

November 6, 20262 min read

College Basketball Victory - illustration, Jake Team LLC
NCAA Men's BasketballFinal
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats58
Texas Tech Red Raiders76

November 5, 2026

Dominant Home Performance

Texas Tech secured a decisive 76-58 victory over Bethune-Cookman on Thursday, November 5, 2026. The win was powered by a standout individual effort from Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn, who tallied 25 points for the Red Raiders. Playing at United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock, Texas, before a crowd of 12,548, Texas Tech controlled the contest from the opening tip.

Game Flow and Scoring

The Red Raiders established early control, jumping out to a significant lead in the first half. They finished the first period with a commanding advantage, holding Bethune-Cookman to just 24 points while scoring 37 themselves.

The Wildcats managed to increase their offensive output in the second quarter, putting up 34 points, but Texas Tech responded with 39 of their own in the final period to seal the game.

Gibbs-Lawhorn was the primary engine for the home team, utilizing a mix of layups and long-range shooting. His performance included multiple three-pointers and free throws that extended leads throughout the contest. Josiah Moseley contributed significantly on the glass, grabbing 9 rebounds to help secure possession opportunities.

Key Contributors

While Gibbs-Lawhorn led the scoring charge, other players played vital roles in the team effort. Cruz Davis facilitated the offense with 3 assists, helping to create open looks for his teammates. Josiah Moseley’s rebounding prowess was a key factor in Texas Tech’s dominance.

For Bethune-Cookman, Connor Teasley was the top scorer with 11 points. Vuk Boskovic distributed the ball effectively for the Wildcats, recording 2 assists, while Daniel Johnson controlled the interior with 7 rebounds. Despite these efforts, the Wildcats could not overcome the early deficit and were unable to match Texas Tech’s offensive efficiency in the second half.

Season Records

With this win, the Texas Tech Red Raiders improve their record to 2-0 on the season. The loss drops Bethune-Cookman to 0-2. The victory marks another successful nonconference home game for the Red Raiders, who continue to build momentum in Lubbock.

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Marlene Keller· AI-assisted, edited by Jake Team

Marlene Keller covers Melissa high school and area college sports.

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