NCAAB · Final

LSU New Orleans Edges TCU in Close Contest

Monday, November 3, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Schollmaier Arena

LSU New Orleans Privateers 78, TCU Horned Frogs 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won LSU New Orleans Privateers vs TCU Horned Frogs?

LSU New Orleans Privateers beat TCU Horned Frogs 78-74 at Schollmaier Arena on November 3, 2025.

In a thrilling matchup at Schollmaier Arena, the LSU New Orleans Privateers narrowly defeated the TCU Horned Frogs with a final score of 78-74. This game was notable as it marked TCU's home opener of the season and showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams as they entered the contest. The Privateers came into the game with a record of 1-0, while TCU was looking to bounce back from an opening loss, bringing their record to 0-1.

The recent form of both teams highlighted the stakes of the game. TCU had a mixed record of 4-6 in their last ten games, but they were on a three-game losing streak, averaging 65.6 points scored per game while allowing 72.2 points. Their last five games showed a record of 1-4, with an average of 65.0 points scored and 71.4 points allowed. In contrast, LSU New Orleans was struggling significantly, entering the game with a ten-game losing streak, averaging 68.9 points scored and allowing 80.5 points. Their last five games reflected a similar trend, with an average of 67.8 points scored and 81.4 points allowed.

When analyzing home and away performances, TCU had a home record of 0-1 this season and a previous home record of 3-2 in their last five home games. Conversely, LSU New Orleans had yet to secure a win on the road, with an away record of 0-5, which included their previous games this season.

The matchup was also significant as it was the first meeting between these two programs. The absence of historical context meant both teams were eager to establish their presence in this encounter.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, which could have influenced the game dynamics. However, both teams were evidently looking to put their best foot forward given their recent struggles.

The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the fixture, with the odds indicating a close contest. The home win probability for TCU was listed at 0.0, suggesting that the market viewed LSU New Orleans as the likely favorite, despite their own struggles.

As the game unfolded, it was evident that both teams were fighting hard for every point. The scoring plays in the second half were crucial, with TCU trailing at various points but managing to keep the game within reach. Key moments included a layup by TJ Cope that brought the Privateers to a 74-70 lead, followed by a jumper from Brock Harding that kept TCU in contention at 74-72. However, free throws from Coleton Benson and Jakevion Buckley in the closing minutes sealed the victory for LSU New Orleans.

The conditions in the arena were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, as both teams battled not only for the win but for momentum heading into the rest of the season. Fans witnessed a game characterized by tight scoring and strategic plays, making it an engaging fixture for those in attendance.

Overall, the matchup served as a crucial early-season test for both teams, with LSU New Orleans breaking their losing streak and TCU continuing to search for answers as they move forward in the season.

Leaders

PointsDavid Punch19TCU Horned Frogs
AssistsBrock Harding6TCU Horned Frogs
ReboundsDavid Punch8TCU Horned Frogs
PointsColeton Benson22LSU New Orleans Privateers
AssistsJakevion Buckley9LSU New Orleans Privateers
ReboundsMJ Thomas7LSU New Orleans Privateers

Recent form

TCU Horned Frogs

Last 10: 4-6Streak L365.6 scored · 72.2 allowed per game3-2 at home

L67-69vs Colorado BuffaloesMar 11
L56-76at Colorado BuffaloesMar 8
L58-61vs Baylor BearsMar 5
W89-78vs UCF KnightsMar 1
L55-73at West Virginia MountaineersFeb 26
L63-75at Cincinnati BearcatsFeb 22
W69-66vs Texas Tech Red RaidersFeb 19
W74-70at Arizona State Sun DevilsFeb 16
W73-72vs Oklahoma State CowboysFeb 13
L52-82at Iowa State CyclonesFeb 8

LSU New Orleans Privateers

Last 10: 0-10Streak L1068.9 scored · 80.5 allowed per game0-5 away

L62-95at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersMar 4
L78-88at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosMar 1
L71-73vs East Texas A&M LionsFeb 25
L66-73vs Northwestern State DemonsFeb 22
L62-78vs Nicholls ColonelsFeb 18
L64-78vs McNeese CowboysFeb 15
L65-75at Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 11
L68-81at Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 8
L85-88vs Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksFeb 4
L68-76at SE Louisiana LionsFeb 1

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
Arizona	36-3	-	16-2
Houston	30-7	2	14-4
Iowa State	29-8	4	12-6
Kansas	24-11	4	12-6
Texas Tech	23-11	4	12-6
TCU	23-12	5	11-7
BYU	23-12	7	9-9
UCF	21-12	7	9-9
West Virginia	21-14	7	9-9
Cincinnati	18-15	7	9-9
Colorado	17-16	9	7-11
Arizona State	17-16	9	7-11
Oklahoma State	20-15	10	6-12
Baylor	17-17	10	6-12
Kansas State	12-20	13	3-15
Utah	10-22	14	2-16

Box score

Stat	LSU New Orleans Privateers	TCU Horned Frogs
Field goals	28-57	26-67
Field goal %	49	39
Three-pointers	7-18	3-27
Three-point %	39	11
Free throws	15-19	19-26
Free throw %	79	73
Rebounds	39	28
Offensive rebounds	12	12
Defensive rebounds	27	16
Assists	14	13
Steals	7	10
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	19	10
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	20
Fast-break points	11	13
Points in the paint	38	42
Fouls	24	18
Largest lead	21	2

How the scoring went

2nd Half55-40Coleton Benson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jakevion Buckley.
2nd Half55-42Tanner Toolson made Layup.
2nd Half57-42Jakevion Buckley made Jumper.
2nd Half57-44David Punch made Dunk.
2nd Half60-44Panagiotis Pagonis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Coleton Benson.
2nd Half60-45Tanner Toolson made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-45Churchill Abass made Layup. Assisted by Irish Coquia.
2nd Half62-47David Punch made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Edmonds.
2nd Half64-47Coleton Benson made Jumper.
2nd Half65-47Coleton Benson made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-47Coleton Benson made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-47MJ Thomas made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half68-50Micah Robinson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jayden Pierre.
2nd Half69-50Panagiotis Pagonis made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-50Panagiotis Pagonis made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-52Liutauras Lelevicius made Layup.
2nd Half70-53Micah Robinson made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-54Micah Robinson made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-56Jayden Pierre made Jumper. Assisted by Brock Harding.
2nd Half70-58David Punch made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half70-59Liutauras Lelevicius made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-60Liutauras Lelevicius made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-61Xavier Edmonds made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-62Xavier Edmonds made Free Throw.
2nd Half71-62Jakevion Buckley made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-62Jakevion Buckley made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-64Jayden Pierre made Jumper.
2nd Half72-65Jayden Pierre made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-66Jayden Pierre made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-68Jayden Pierre made Layup.
2nd Half72-69Micah Robinson made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-70Micah Robinson made Free Throw.
2nd Half74-70TJ Cope made Layup.
2nd Half74-72Brock Harding made Jumper.
2nd Half75-72Coleton Benson made Free Throw.
2nd Half76-72Coleton Benson made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-72Jakevion Buckley made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-73Brock Harding made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-74Brock Harding made Free Throw.
2nd Half78-74Jakevion Buckley made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours TCU Horned Frogs, below favours LSU New Orleans Privateers.