Damarion Dennis scores 22 in debut for No. 19 Texas Tech in 76-42 rout of Jackson State in opener
LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Damarion Dennis recorded a career-best 22 points in his Texas Tech introduction, leading the No. 19 Red Raiders to a 76-42 victory over Jackson State in their season opener on Monday night. Dennis, a Wyoming transfer from Texas, joined nine newcomers as the team began its 47th consecutive nonconference home win streak.
Cruz Davis, another transfer, contributed 15 points, six rebounds, five assists, and a career-high six steals. All 14 nonconference games for Jackson State were played away. The Tigers struggled, shooting just 29% overall and 21% from beyond the arc. Texas Tech's Mike Williams added 11 points on the road, while Josiah Moseley contributed 13 points and eight rebounds.
Dennis led a 16-2 run to close the first half, hitting a three-pointer and an alley-oop dunk from Davis. The Red Raiders led 38-18 at the break, holding a 29-6 advantage in points off turnovers, including 12 steals in 24 Jackson State turnovers.
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