Damarion Dennis announced his arrival in Lubbock with a career-high 22 points, powering No. 19 Texas Tech to a 76-42 victory over Jackson State on Monday night. The Wyoming transfer, who grew up in Texas, came off the bench to shoot 8 of 12 from the field, including a personal-best four three-pointers. His explosive performance anchored a Red Raiders offense that extended its nonconference home winning streak to 47 games, marking the 27th consecutive season the program has won its opener.
Red Raiders extend historic home streak with dominant 76-42 rout of Jackson State
The win was a team effort that highlighted the depth of Texas Tech’s nine-man roster of newcomers. Cruz Davis, another transfer from Hofstra, contributed 15 points, six rebounds, and five assists while setting a career high with six steals. The Red Raiders dominated the glass and the perimeter, overwhelming the Tigers who struggled mightily from long range. Jackson State shot just 21% from three-point land, with 29 of their 48 total attempts coming from beyond the arc, a strategy that yielded little return against Texas Tech’s defensive pressure.
For Jackson State, the loss marked the beginning of a grueling schedule under head coach Trey Johnson, who is making his debut after nearly two decades away from the program. The Tigers are playing all 14 nonconference games on the road, with Mike Williams leading the scoring effort with 11 points. Meanwhile, Texas Tech continues to navigate the season without All-American JT Toppin, who remains in rehabilitation following an ACL tear in February. With no timeline for his return, Dennis and Davis have immediately stepped up to fill the void, proving the Red Raiders’ roster is built for sustained success even in the absence of their star post player.
Source: Yahoo Sports
