LUBBOCK, Texas  -The Texas Tech Red Raiders held off  North Carolina A&T's upset bid with an 85-74 win on Friday evening.  North Carolina A&T (5-8) was outrebounded 49-22.

Jay Crockett, who leads the Red Raiders in scoring and rebounding, led the way with 20 points and 14 rebounds. Center Dejan Kravic and guard Tracy Jackson added 22 and 21 respectively for the Red Raiders (6-4).

North Carolina A&T placed four players in double figures led by a career-high 18 from senior guard Jean Louisme. Forward Adrian Powell had 16. Lamont Middleton finished with 15 points and six assists, and Austin Witter added 12 points, eight rebounds and three blocks.

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