Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Kennesaw State Owls Picks and Prediction for Saturday, February 21, 2026
Use Code WWWC The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs (15-11, 8-7 CUSA) face the Kennesaw State Owls (15-11, 7-8 CUSA) on February 21 at 5:00 PM at the KSU Convocation Center in Kennesaw, Georgia. Louisiana Tech won 77-71 against Jacksonville State in the last outing. Kennesaw State defeated Middle Tennessee State 91-87 in the most recent game. Both teams sit at 15-11 overall and are fighting for position in Conference USA. Make sure to read this in-depth Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Kennesaw State Owls prediction. Stay ahead of the tournament curve with our NCAAB picks for the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Kennesaw State Owls picks prediction.
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs Look to Build on Home Win
The Louisiana Tech Bulldogs enter at 15-11 overall and 8-7 in CUSA play. Louisiana Tech averages 69.5 points while allowing 64.7 points per game. In the 77-71 win over Jacksonville State, Louisiana Tech controlled the pace and held the Gamecocks below their season average. That defensive effort matters because Louisiana Tech has leaned on defense all season, giving up fewer than 65 points per contest.
DJ Dudley leads Louisiana Tech with 13.9 points per game, shooting 43.8 percent from the field and 39.1 percent from three. AJ Bates adds 10.9 points and 5.8 assists per game, though Bates also averages 2.3 turnovers. Kaden Cooper has been active on the glass with 8.0 rebounds per game, including 2.2 offensive boards. Louisiana Tech shoots 44 percent as a team but only 29.6 percent from three, which can stall scoring runs. The Bulldogs average 12.4 assists and 12.4 turnovers per game, so ball security becomes important in a game against a team that scores over 85 per night.
Louisiana Tech has won three of the last five games, including an 87-78 win over Sam Houston State and a 79-78 double overtime win over Middle Tennessee State. The loss at FIU, 77-64, showed what happens when the offense does not reach 70. Louisiana Tech is built to grind games into the mid 60s.
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Injuries: Sir Issac Herron, Scooter Williams, Will Jeffress, and A’Meir Williams are out.
Kennesaw State Owls Rely on Scoring Depth
The Kennesaw State Owls also sit at 15-11 overall and 7-8 in CUSA. Kennesaw State averages 85.3 points per game while allowing 77.2 points. In the 91-87 win over Middle Tennessee State, Kennesaw State showed the offense that has carried this team all season. That game marked the third time in the last four contests that Kennesaw State scored at least 87 points.
RJ Johnson leads Kennesaw State with 14.2 points per game while shooting 48.6 percent from the field and 44.3 percent from three. Simeon Cottle is the top scorer at 20.2 points per game across 17 games, hitting 37.7 percent from three and 87.6 percent from the line. Braedan Lue adds 11.4 points and 5.6 rebounds while blocking 1.4 shots per game. Frankquon Sherman pulls down 8.2 rebounds per game and averages 3.2 offensive boards.
Kennesaw State shoots 44.6 percent from the field and 35.3 percent from three. The Owls average 14.7 assists and 12.0 turnovers per game. Rebounding also favors Kennesaw State at 41.8 boards per game compared to 39.1 for Louisiana Tech. The concern is defense. Kennesaw State has allowed at least 83 points in three of the last four games, including losses to Sam Houston State and Middle Tennessee State. When the Owls do not push into the high 80s, results become inconsistent.
Injuries: Chase Clemmons, David Cosby, Simeon Cottle, and Brendan Tousignaut are out.
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Kennesaw State Owls Picks Pick
Spread Pick for Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Kennesaw State Owls Picks
- Kennesaw State Owls (5 units)
Kennesaw State brings the stronger offensive numbers into this matchup. The Owls average 85.3 points compared to 69.5 for Louisiana Tech. That gap is significant. Louisiana Tech allows 64.7 points per game, but that defense has not faced many teams scoring at this pace. Kennesaw State has topped 87 points in three of the last four games and just posted 91 in the win over Middle Tennessee State. Louisiana Tech struggles from three at 29.6 percent, while Kennesaw State hits 35.3 percent. If the game opens up, Kennesaw State has more perimeter threats with Johnson and Cottle both capable from deep. Louisiana Tech will try to slow the tempo, but at home and with consistent scoring, Kennesaw State has the edge.
Over/Under Pick for Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Kennesaw State Owls Picks
- Over (4 units)
Kennesaw State averages 85.3 points and allows 77.2 points. Louisiana Tech averages 69.5 points and allows 64.7 points. Recent games for Kennesaw State have trended high, with 91, 83, 90, and 87 points scored in four of the last five outings. Louisiana Tech has also seen totals reach the upper 70s and 80s in three of the last five games. The contrast in styles suggests one key factor. If Kennesaw State dictates tempo, the scoring climbs. Given the recent defensive numbers from the Owls, Louisiana Tech should find enough offense to contribute. Kennesaw State has allowed at least 83 points in three of the last four games. That combination points toward a higher-scoring matchup.
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