LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) -- Louisiana Men's Basketball was defeated by Ball State 75-64 in their season opener at Worthen Arena, marking the first game under new head coach Quannas White.

The Ragin' Cajuns starting lineup included Jamyron Keller, Jaxon Olvera, Dorian Finister, Dariyus Woodson and Jeremiah Evans in their first game of the new season.

The game was part of the MAC-SBC Challenge, and saw Louisiana struggle against Ball State's hot shooting from beyond the arc.

Jamyron Keller, a transfer from Oklahoma State, led Louisiana in scoring with 21 points, shooting 7-20 from the field.

Ball State capitalized on their three-point shooting, finishing the night at 53.3% from long range on 15 attempts, with Davion Hill leading the team with 16 points.

Louisiana faced foul trouble throughout the game, with Jeremiah Evans, Joshua Lewis and Jaxon Olvera all fouling out as Ball State attempted 28 free throws.

Louisiana will look to bounce back in their home opener against Southeastern Louisiana at the Cajundome on Nov.7, with tip-off scheduled for 7:30 pm.

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