NCAAB · Final

Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns Edge South Alabama Jaguars

Saturday, January 17, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Mitchell Center

Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns 59, South Alabama Jaguars 56, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns vs South Alabama Jaguars?

Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns beat South Alabama Jaguars 59-56 at Mitchell Center on January 17, 2026.

Who was favored in Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns vs South Alabama Jaguars?

South Alabama Jaguars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -485 (about 83% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns emerged victorious over the South Alabama Jaguars with a final score of 59-56. This game, held at the Mitchell Center, showcased the Cajuns' resilience, particularly after having lost their previous encounter against the Jaguars just a few weeks prior. The victory marks Louisiana's first win against South Alabama this season, breaking a three-game losing streak in their head-to-head meetings.

The Jaguars entered the game with a home record of 13-6 and had recently shown promising form, winning six of their last ten games, including two consecutive victories leading up to this match. South Alabama had averaged 73.5 points scored while allowing 71.0 points per game in that stretch. However, their recent performance at home had been strong, with a 4-1 record in their last five home games.

In contrast, the Ragin' Cajuns struggled throughout the season, holding a record of 5-15. Their recent form reflected this, as they had only managed to win three of their last ten games and were on a two-game losing streak before facing South Alabama. Louisiana averaged 63.4 points scored and allowed 67.8 points during their last ten games, indicating a struggle on both ends of the court.

The odds from DraftKings set South Alabama as 9.5-point favorites, with a total of 129.5 for the game. The spread reflected the Jaguars' stronger home performance compared to the Cajuns' struggles on the road. Despite the odds, the Ragin' Cajuns found a way to defy expectations and secure the win.

In terms of scoring, the game was marked by a series of critical plays in the second half. Jayden Cooper's jumper put Louisiana ahead 50-47, and a subsequent three-pointer from Dorian Finister extended their lead to 53-47. South Alabama fought back, with Chaze Harris making a layup to tie the game at 56-56. However, Jaxon Olvera's clutch three-pointer sealed the game for Louisiana, giving them a 59-56 lead that they maintained until the final buzzer.

The injury picture for both teams did not significantly impact the outcome, as both squads were relatively healthy. However, the psychological edge of having previously beaten South Alabama earlier in the season may have played a role in Louisiana's performance.

As the game concluded, the final score reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, with both teams showing flashes of brilliance but ultimately, it was Louisiana's ability to execute under pressure that secured their victory. This game serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of college basketball, where any team can rise to the occasion and pull off an upset.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	USA -9.5	129.5 o -110 / u -110	Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns +370 · South Alabama Jaguars -485

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Leaders

PointsChaze Harris18South Alabama Jaguars
AssistsChaze Harris3South Alabama Jaguars
ReboundsAdam Olsen9South Alabama Jaguars
PointsJaxon Olvera14Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
AssistsDe'Vion Lavergne5Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns
ReboundsTodd Jones Jr.9Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns

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