LSU New Orleans Defeats Nicholls Colonels 80-62
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 4:30 PM ET · David R. Stopher Gymnasium
LSU New Orleans Privateers 80, Nicholls Colonels 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won LSU New Orleans Privateers vs Nicholls Colonels?
LSU New Orleans Privateers beat Nicholls Colonels 80-62 at David R. Stopher Gymnasium on January 27, 2026.
Who was favored in LSU New Orleans Privateers vs Nicholls Colonels?
Nicholls Colonels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -180 (about 64% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the LSU New Orleans Privateers triumphed over the Nicholls Colonels with a final score of 80-62 at the David R. Stopher Gymnasium. This victory marked the Privateers' continued dominance over the Colonels, extending their head-to-head record to 4-0 in their recent meetings. The teams entered the game with identical records of 8-13, but the Privateers showcased a stronger performance, particularly in the second half.
The Privateers have been showing a mixed form in their last ten games, with a record of 4-6. Their average points scored during this stretch was 74.9, while they allowed an average of 80.6 points to their opponents. In their last five games, they recorded an average of 77.4 points scored and 81.6 points allowed, indicating a trend of high-scoring matches. Their recent game before facing Nicholls was a loss against the McNeese Cowboys, where they fell 63-82. However, they had previously secured a win against the Lamar Cardinals, scoring 89-76.
Conversely, the Colonels have struggled significantly, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games but are currently on a four-game losing streak. They averaged 74.4 points scored and allowed 77.2 points during this period. Their last five games saw them scoring an average of 72.2 points while allowing 81.4 points, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities. Their most recent game ended in a loss against the SE Louisiana Lions, where they were defeated 61-67.
Both teams have shown weaknesses at home and away. The Colonels have a home record of 2-2 in their last four games, while the Privateers have a 2-4 away record in their last six games. The matchup was particularly intriguing as it featured two teams struggling to find consistency.
In terms of previous encounters, the Colonels had lost to the Privateers earlier in the season on January 10, 2026, with a score of 90-77. Their last three meetings have all resulted in victories for the Privateers, with scores of 90-77, 78-62, and 73-70 across the 2026 and 2025 seasons.
Injury reports did not indicate significant absences impacting either team for this game, allowing both squads to field their best players. The market had priced the match with Nicholls as 4.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, suggesting a competitive edge, albeit the outcome proved otherwise.
Conditions during the game were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors influencing play. Fans could expect a high-paced game, as both teams have shown a propensity for scoring, although the Privateers ultimately executed their game plan more effectively.
As the game unfolded, the Privateers took control in the second half, with standout performances from players like Churchill Abass, who contributed significantly with multiple dunks. The scoring plays showcased their ability to capitalize on fast breaks and offensive rebounds, ultimately leading to a comfortable victory.
This match not only highlighted the struggles of the Colonels but also the potential of the Privateers to build momentum as they look to improve their season record moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NICH -4.5 | 157.5 o -108 / u -112 | LSU New Orleans Privateers +150 · Nicholls Colonels -180 |
Leaders
- PointsZee Hamoda19Nicholls Colonels
- AssistsSincere Malone8Nicholls Colonels
- ReboundsZee Hamoda7Nicholls Colonels
- PointsChurchill Abass20LSU New Orleans Privateers
- AssistsJakevion Buckley6LSU New Orleans Privateers
- ReboundsChurchill Abass8LSU New Orleans Privateers
Recent form
Nicholls Colonels
Last 10: 5-5Streak L474.4 scored · 77.2 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L61-67at SE Louisiana LionsJan 24
- L62-79vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksJan 20
- L80-90vs Lamar CardinalsJan 17
- L68-94at McNeese CowboysJan 13
- W90-77at LSU New Orleans PrivateersJan 10
- W74-72vs Northwestern State DemonsJan 6
- W80-58vs East Texas A&M LionsJan 3
- W71-69at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosDec 31
- W76-71at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersDec 30
- L82-95at Pacific TigersDec 22
LSU New Orleans Privateers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L174.9 scored · 80.6 allowed per game2-4 away
- L63-82at McNeese CowboysJan 24
- W89-76vs Lamar CardinalsJan 20
- L79-84vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksJan 17
- W79-76at SE Louisiana LionsJan 13
- L77-90vs Nicholls ColonelsJan 10
- W83-73vs East Texas A&M LionsJan 6
- L68-74at Northwestern State DemonsJan 3
- L69-83at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersDec 31
- W85-69at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosDec 30
- L57-99at Houston CougarsDec 13
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 | LSU New Orleans Privateers | Nicholls Colonels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-57 | 22-61 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 5-15 | 10-33 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 30 |
| Free throws | 21-26 | 8-15 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 53 |
| Rebounds | 48 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 34 | 19 |
| Assists | 15 | 12 |
| Steals | 9 | 12 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 20 |
| Fouls | 16 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 86 | 8 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-32Churchill Abass makes 3-foot dunk (TJ Cope assists)
- 2nd Half45-32MJ Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-32MJ Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-34Jaylen Searles makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-34Enzo Boudouma makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half48-37Zee Hamoda makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Searles assists)
- 2nd Half50-37MJ Thomas makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-39Zee Hamoda makes layup
- 2nd Half52-39MJ Thomas makes layup (Coleton Benson assists)
- 2nd Half52-41Zee Hamoda makes layup (Sincere Malone assists)
- 2nd Half55-41Coleton Benson makes 24-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half56-41Jakevion Buckley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-41Enzo Boudouma makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-43Jalik Dunkley makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half60-43Churchill Abass makes layup
- 2nd Half61-43Churchill Abass makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-46Jalik Dunkley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Sincere Malone assists)
- 2nd Half61-47Jalik Dunkley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-47Jakevion Buckley makes 13-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half63-49Christian Winborne makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half64-49MJ Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-49MJ Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-50Christian Winborne makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-50Jakevion Buckley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-50Jakevion Buckley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-50Jakevion Buckley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half69-53Jaylen Searles makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zee Hamoda assists)
- 2nd Half69-54Jaylen Searles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-55Jaylen Searles makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-56Jalik Dunkley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-56Jakevion Buckley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-56Jakevion Buckley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-56MJ Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-56Churchill Abass makes 3-foot dunk (Kedrick Osby assists)
- 2nd Half74-58Jalik Dunkley makes layup
- 2nd Half76-58Churchill Abass makes 2-foot dunk (MJ Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half76-59Jalik Dunkley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-59Churchill Abass makes 1-foot dunk (MJ Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half78-62Christian Winborne makes 24-foot three point jumper (Sincere Malone assists)
- 2nd Half80-62Kedrick Osby makes layup (Jakevion Buckley assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Nicholls Colonels, below favours LSU New Orleans Privateers.
Venue
- David R. Stopher GymnasiumThibodaux, LA
- Attendance915
- OfficialsEarnie Pheal, Brent Dugas, Stephen Orkus Jr
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