Nicholls Colonels Dominate College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · David R. Stopher Gymnasium
Nicholls Colonels 117, College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors 49, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors vs Nicholls Colonels?
Nicholls Colonels beat College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors 117-49 at David R. Stopher Gymnasium on December 10, 2025.
In a remarkable display of basketball, the Nicholls Colonels triumphed over the College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors with a final score of 117 to 49. This game, held at the David R. Stopher Gymnasium, showcased the Colonels' offensive prowess and defensive tenacity, marking a significant victory for a team that has struggled in recent outings.
The Colonels entered the game with a home record of 2-0 and a recent form of 2-8 over their last ten games, including a win against the Incarnate Word Cardinals just days prior on December 6, where they secured a 74-67 victory. In contrast, the Ambassadors faced a daunting challenge, having lost all ten of their last matches and sporting an away record of 0-10. Their recent performances have been alarming, with an average of just 51.3 points scored and a staggering 104.0 points allowed per game.
The Colonels' offensive output was impressive, averaging 68.2 points scored while allowing 77.7 points in their last ten games. On the other hand, the Ambassadors’ struggles were evident, as they averaged only 45.8 points in their last five games, with their most recent loss being a 44-102 defeat against the Texas Southern Tigers on November 27.
In terms of recent form, the Colonels have shown signs of improvement, winning their last game and breaking a streak of losses, while the Ambassadors continued their downward spiral with ten consecutive defeats. This stark contrast in performance made the matchup particularly noteworthy, as it pitted a team looking to build momentum against one desperately seeking a breakthrough.
The game unfolded with the Colonels establishing dominance early on, and the scoring plays reflected their control throughout. The Colonels’ scoring was highlighted by contributions from various players, including Kevin Pazmino, who made multiple three-point jumpers, and Zaiden Cross, who added points from the free-throw line and layups. The Colonels' ability to score effectively and consistently was a key factor in their overwhelming victory.
In terms of injury reports, the block did not provide specific details on player availability for either team, but the absence of key players can often influence the dynamics of such matchups. However, the Colonels’ performance suggests they were able to field a competitive lineup.
The betting market had priced the Colonels as heavy favorites, reflecting their home advantage and the Ambassadors' struggles. The Colonels' win probability was marked at 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure the victory.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but indoor basketball typically presents a controlled environment that favors offensive play, which the Colonels capitalized on effectively.
Viewers watching this game would have seen a stark contrast in team dynamics, with the Colonels executing their game plan efficiently while the Ambassadors struggled to find their rhythm. The Colonels' ability to score from various positions on the court and their defensive pressure contributed to a game that was not only a testament to their capabilities but also highlighted the challenges faced by the Ambassadors this season.
Leaders
- PointsZaiden Cross20Nicholls Colonels
- AssistsJaylen Searles5Nicholls Colonels
- ReboundsDomanic Betancourt12Nicholls Colonels
- PointsTrayvon Martinez19College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors
- AssistsTrayvon Martinez3College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors
- ReboundsAlvin Kay9College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors
Recent form
Nicholls Colonels
Last 10: 2-8Streak W168.2 scored · 77.7 allowed per game2-0 at home
- W74-67vs Incarnate Word CardinalsDec 6
- L76-96at Creighton BluejaysDec 3
- L72-82at Tulane Green WaveNov 28
- L81-95at Oklahoma State CowboysNov 22
- L79-99at Murray State RacersNov 15
- L63-68at Valparaiso BeaconsNov 13
- L57-65at Eastern Illinois PanthersNov 8
- L51-77at Kentucky WildcatsNov 5
- L55-58at Lamar CardinalsMar 12
- W74-70vs Incarnate Word CardinalsMar 11
College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1051.3 scored · 104 allowed per game0-10 away
- L44-102at Texas Southern TigersNov 27
- L67-85at Houston Christian HuskiesNov 21
- L50-132at McNeese CowboysNov 11
- L30-97at UTSA RoadrunnersNov 6
- L38-109at Rice OwlsNov 5
- L48-95at Prairie View A&M PanthersNov 3
- L55-100at Grambling TigersDec 30
- L68-103at Texas Southern TigersDec 29
- L56-106at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosDec 21
- L57-111at McNeese CowboysNov 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen F. Austin | 28-6 | - | 20-2 |
| McNeese | 28-6 | 1 | 19-3 |
| UT Rio Grande Valley | 19-14 | 6 | 14-8 |
| Texas A&M-Corpus Christi | 18-15 | 7 | 13-9 |
| LSU New Orleans | 15-18 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Nicholls | 14-19 | 8 | 12-10 |
| Houston Christian | 12-20 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Northwestern State | 10-22 | 12 | 8-14 |
| Incarnate Word | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| Lamar | 12-19 | 13 | 7-15 |
| East Texas A&M | 11-21 | 14 | 6-16 |
| SE Louisiana | 9-22 | 14 | 6-16 |
Box score
| Stat | College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors | Nicholls Colonels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-57 | 41-83 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 6-19 | 15-42 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 36 |
| Free throws | 3-4 | 20-26 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 56 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 25 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 31 |
| Assists | 11 | 22 |
| Steals | 6 | 19 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 29 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 38 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 29 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 52 |
| Fouls | 17 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 68 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half30-71Zee Hamoda made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kevin Pazmino.
- 2nd Half30-72Trae English made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half30-73Trae English made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-73Trayvon Martinez made Layup.
- 2nd Half32-74Jalin Rice made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-75Jalin Rice made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-76Jaylen Searles made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-79Zaiden Cross made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zee Hamoda.
- 2nd Half32-82Kevin Pazmino made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zee Hamoda.
- 2nd Half34-82Treveon Ford made Layup. Assisted by EliJah Pickens.
- 2nd Half34-83Zaiden Cross made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-84Zaiden Cross made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-84Zachary Bates made Layup. Assisted by Coreon Hardy.
- 2nd Half36-85Zee Hamoda made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-86Zee Hamoda made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-87Zee Hamoda made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-88Zee Hamoda made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-88Trayvon Martinez made Jumper.
- 2nd Half38-90Domanic Betancourt made Layup. Assisted by Nick Krass.
- 2nd Half38-91Nick Krass made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-92Nick Krass made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-93Domanic Betancourt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-95Zaiden Cross made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-96Zaiden Cross made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-96Alvin Kay made Dunk. Assisted by Trayvon Martinez.
- 2nd Half42-96Trayvon Martinez made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-98Zaiden Cross made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-98Trayvon Martinez made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marquice Scott.
- 2nd Half45-101Zaiden Cross made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nick Krass.
- 2nd Half45-103Grant Sanders made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half46-103Trayvon Martinez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-103Trayvon Martinez made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-103Trayvon Martinez made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-106Kevin Pazmino made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-108Domanic Betancourt made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-111Kevin Pazmino made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Grant Sanders.
- 2nd Half49-112Zaiden Cross made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-113Zaiden Cross made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-115Grant Sanders made Layup. Assisted by Zaiden Cross.
- 2nd Half49-117Zaiden Cross made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Nicholls Colonels, below favours College of Biblical Studies Ambassadors.
Venue
- David R. Stopher GymnasiumThibodaux, LA
- Attendance505
- OfficialsDanny Chance, Joseph Guyton, Mikalen Roussell
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