Privateers Triumph Over Vaqueros in NCAAB Clash
Monday, December 29, 2025, 8:07 PM ET · UTRGV Fieldhouse
LSU New Orleans Privateers 85, UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros 69, 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 UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros?
LSU New Orleans Privateers beat UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros 85-69 at UTRGV Fieldhouse on December 29, 2025.
Who was favored in LSU New Orleans Privateers vs UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros?
UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -258 (about 72% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive victory, the LSU New Orleans Privateers defeated the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros 85-69 at the UTRGV Fieldhouse. This matchup showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with the Privateers capitalizing on their recent form to secure the win. The Privateers, now with a record of 4-8, ended a streak of losses, while the Vaqueros, with a home record of 5-7, faced a setback after a two-game winning streak.
The game unfolded with the Privateers demonstrating a strong offensive performance, scoring an average of 71.3 points over their last ten games, while the Vaqueros had averaged 77.5 points in the same span. Notably, the Privateers had struggled recently, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games, but they managed to find their rhythm against the Vaqueros. The Privateers had previously lost to the Houston Cougars 57-99, but their win against the Incarnate Word Cardinals prior to this game provided a glimmer of hope.
UT Rio Grande Valley had been performing well at home, with a home record of 3-1 in their last four games, but their performance against the Privateers highlighted vulnerabilities. The Vaqueros had averaged 73.0 points in their last five games while allowing 60.8 points, indicating a solid defensive effort in those matchups. However, the Privateers' ability to score 85 points against them demonstrated a significant challenge for the Vaqueros' defense.
In terms of historical context, this game marked the third meeting between the two teams in the 2025 season. The Vaqueros had previously won both encounters, with scores of 88-78 and 76-64, giving them a 2-0 record against the Privateers. However, the Privateers flipped the script in this matchup, showcasing their ability to adapt and overcome previous defeats.
Injuries did not play a significant role in this game, as both teams fielded their primary players. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Vaqueros favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 152.5. The odds reflected the expectation of a competitive game, but the Privateers' performance exceeded those expectations.
The conditions at the UTRGV Fieldhouse were conducive to a high-scoring affair, and the Privateers took advantage of this, executing their plays effectively. Key moments in the second half included a series of scoring plays that extended the Privateers' lead, with Jakevion Buckley making crucial free throws and layups, contributing significantly to the final score. The Vaqueros struggled to keep pace, and despite their efforts, they could not close the gap.
As the game concluded, the Privateers' victory not only improved their morale but also highlighted their potential to compete in upcoming matchups. The Vaqueros, on the other hand, will need to reassess their strategies as they move forward in the season, especially after a disappointing result on their home court.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | RGV -6.5 | 152.5 o -110 / u -110 | LSU New Orleans Privateers +210 · UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros -258 |
Leaders
- PointsKoree Cotton24UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
- AssistsKoree Cotton4UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
- ReboundsKoree Cotton8UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
- PointsJakevion Buckley32LSU New Orleans Privateers
- AssistsJakevion Buckley4LSU New Orleans Privateers
- ReboundsMJ Thomas10LSU New Orleans Privateers
Recent form
UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros
Last 10: 5-5Streak W277.5 scored · 67.5 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W109-51vs College of Biblical Studies AmbassadorsDec 20
- W83-72at Lamar CardinalsDec 17
- L50-58vs UT Arlington MavericksDec 12
- W63-50vs Austin Peay GovernorsDec 7
- L60-73at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksDec 4
- L73-87at Illinois Fighting IlliniNov 25
- L67-74at Missouri State BearsNov 22
- W110-53vs Southwestern Adventist KnightsNov 18
- L65-85at Boise State BroncosNov 12
- W95-72at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsNov 9
LSU New Orleans Privateers
Last 10: 2-8Streak L171.3 scored · 84.7 allowed per game1-7 away
- L57-99at Houston CougarsDec 13
- W84-83vs Incarnate Word CardinalsDec 9
- L76-85vs Houston Christian HuskiesDec 6
- L70-86at Memphis TigersDec 4
- L50-82at Texas Tech Red RaidersNov 26
- L78-81at Mississippi State BulldogsNov 25
- L76-85at Fresno State BulldogsNov 22
- L79-90at Pepperdine WavesNov 19
- W85-63at Tulane Green WaveNov 15
- L58-93at LSU TigersNov 11
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 | UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-62 | 24-59 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 9-25 | 11-28 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 39 |
| Free throws | 18-20 | 10-17 |
| Free throw % | 90 | 59 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 22 |
| Assists | 15 | 17 |
| Steals | 8 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 22 |
| Fouls | 18 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 16 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 88 | 7 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-35Irish Coquia makes 28-foot three point step back jumpshot (Jakevion Buckley assists)
- 2nd Half49-35Jakevion Buckley makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Panagiotis Pagonis assists)
- 2nd Half49-37Zae Blake makes layup (Filip Brankovic assists)
- 2nd Half49-39Zae Blake makes driving layup (Julien Gomez assists)
- 2nd Half50-39Jakevion Buckley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-39Jakevion Buckley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-39Jakevion Buckley makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half53-40Julien Gomez makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-40Jakevion Buckley makes 27-foot three point jumper (Coleton Benson assists)
- 2nd Half56-43Filip Brankovic makes 25-foot three point jumper (Koree Cotton assists)
- 2nd Half59-43Enzo Boudouma makes 24-foot three point jumper (Coleton Benson assists)
- 2nd Half59-44Koree Cotton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-47Julien Gomez makes 26-foot three point jumper (Filip Brankovic assists)
- 2nd Half59-49Filip Brankovic makes 3-foot hook shot (Koree Cotton assists)
- 2nd Half59-51Koree Cotton makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-51Jakevion Buckley makes 11-foot floating jump shot (Enzo Boudouma assists)
- 2nd Half61-53Jaylen Washington makes driving layup (Filip Brankovic assists)
- 2nd Half61-54Zae Blake makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-55Zae Blake makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-56Zae Blake makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-56Panagiotis Pagonis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-59Koree Cotton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Washington assists)
- 2nd Half64-59Churchill Abass makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-59Kedrick Osby makes 15-foot jumper (Panagiotis Pagonis assists)
- 2nd Half68-59Coleton Benson makes 4-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half68-61Koree Cotton makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half69-61Churchill Abass makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-61Churchill Abass makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-64Koree Cotton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zae Blake assists)
- 2nd Half73-64Jakevion Buckley makes 27-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half73-67Koree Cotton makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kwo Agwa assists)
- 2nd Half74-67Jakevion Buckley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-67Jakevion Buckley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-67Jakevion Buckley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half79-67Churchill Abass makes layup
- 2nd Half81-67Jakevion Buckley makes layup
- 2nd Half83-67Panagiotis Pagonis makes layup (Coleton Benson assists)
- 2nd Half83-69Jaylen Washington makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half84-69Coleton Benson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-69Coleton Benson makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros, below favours LSU New Orleans Privateers.
Venue
- UTRGV FieldhouseEdinburg, TX
- Attendance1010
- OfficialsMatthew Martinez, Eric Kronebusch, David Howard
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