NCAAB · Final

Kentucky Dominates Nicholls in Season Opener

Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Rupp Arena

Kentucky Wildcats 77, Nicholls Colonels 51, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Nicholls Colonels vs Kentucky Wildcats?

Kentucky Wildcats beat Nicholls Colonels 77-51 at Rupp Arena on November 4, 2025.

In a commanding performance, the Kentucky Wildcats triumphed over the Nicholls Colonels with a final score of 77-51 at Rupp Arena. This matchup, part of the NCAAB season, showcased Kentucky's strength as they opened their campaign with a decisive victory, improving their record to 1-0, while Nicholls fell to 0-1.

Kentucky has shown a mixed form in their last ten games, holding a record of 6-4. Despite their recent struggles, they managed to average 82.0 points scored per game, while allowing 80.9 points. Their previous five games reflect a slightly better trend, with an average of 83.8 points scored but also 84.8 points allowed. In their last outing before this game, the Wildcats lost to the Alabama Crimson Tide, 70-99, which marked a disappointing end to their previous season.

On the other hand, Nicholls has also had a challenging stretch, with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games and an average of 74.0 points scored against 69.9 points allowed. Their most recent game ended in a narrow loss to the Lamar Cardinals, 55-58, indicating a struggle to find offensive rhythm. In their last five games, Nicholls averaged 69.4 points scored and 66.4 points allowed, showcasing a more defensive approach but ultimately leading to inconsistent results.

When examining home and away performances, Kentucky has a solid home record of 4-1, while Nicholls has struggled on the road with a 2-3 away record. This home advantage was evident in the game, as Kentucky controlled the pace and flow from the start.

Historically, the two teams have not met frequently, making this encounter particularly interesting as both sought to establish dominance early in the season. The Wildcats' strong home court presence at Rupp Arena has often been a factor in their success, and this game was no exception.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific information about player availability for either team, but the absence of key players can often impact game outcomes, especially in the early season when teams are still finding their chemistry.

Betting lines prior to the game indicated that Kentucky was heavily favored to win, with a home win probability of 1.0, underscoring the expectations for their performance. The market reflected confidence in Kentucky's ability to secure a victory, which they certainly delivered on.

The conditions for the game were standard for early November, with no adverse weather factors affecting play, as it was held indoors at Rupp Arena. Fans were treated to an exciting atmosphere as they witnessed Kentucky's offensive prowess.

As the game unfolded, viewers noted several key moments. Jasper Johnson made notable contributions with free throws late in the second half, while Sincere Malone's dunk and Andrija Jelavić's layup showcased the Wildcats' ability to finish strong. Jalik Dunkley also added to the scoreline with free throws, demonstrating Kentucky's depth in scoring options.

Overall, the game highlighted Kentucky's potential as they look to build momentum for the remainder of the season, while Nicholls will need to regroup and address their offensive challenges moving forward.

Leaders

PointsCollin Chandler15Kentucky Wildcats
AssistsDenzel Aberdeen6Kentucky Wildcats
ReboundsMalachi Moreno9Kentucky Wildcats
PointsJalin Rice13Nicholls Colonels
AssistsTrae English4Nicholls Colonels
ReboundsGrant Sanders6Nicholls Colonels

Recent form

Kentucky Wildcats

Last 10: 6-4Streak L182 scored · 80.9 allowed per game4-1 at home

L70-99at Alabama Crimson TideMar 15
W85-84vs Oklahoma SoonersMar 14
W91-83at Missouri TigersMar 8
W95-64vs LSU TigersMar 5
L78-94vs Auburn TigersMar 1
W83-82at Oklahoma SoonersFeb 27
L83-96at Alabama Crimson TideFeb 22
W82-61vs Vanderbilt CommodoresFeb 20
L78-82at Texas LonghornsFeb 16
W75-64vs Tennessee VolunteersFeb 12

Nicholls Colonels

Last 10: 6-4Streak L174 scored · 69.9 allowed per game2-3 away

L55-58at Lamar CardinalsMar 12
W74-70vs Incarnate Word CardinalsMar 11
L53-65at Lamar CardinalsMar 4
W94-70at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksMar 1
W71-69vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersFeb 25
W93-84vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosFeb 22
W78-62at LSU New Orleans PrivateersFeb 18
L81-84at SE Louisiana LionsFeb 15
L60-72vs Northwestern State DemonsFeb 11
W81-65vs East Texas A&M LionsFeb 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
Florida	27-8	-	16-2
Arkansas	28-9	3	13-5
Alabama	25-10	3	13-5
Vanderbilt	27-9	5	11-7
Tennessee	25-12	5	11-7
Texas A&M	22-12	5	11-7
Georgia	22-11	6	10-8
Kentucky	22-14	6	10-8
Missouri	20-13	6	10-8
Texas	21-15	7	9-9
Auburn	22-16	9	7-11
Oklahoma	21-16	9	7-11
Mississippi State	13-19	11	5-13
Ole Miss	15-20	12	4-14
South Carolina	13-19	12	4-14
LSU	15-17	13	3-15

Box score

Stat	Nicholls Colonels	Kentucky Wildcats
Field goals	16-53	29-62
Field goal %	30	47
Three-pointers	4-24	7-27
Three-point %	17	26
Free throws	15-22	12-22
Free throw %	68	55
Rebounds	30	51
Offensive rebounds	5	15
Defensive rebounds	25	36
Assists	9	21
Steals	8	7
Blocks	1	3
Turnovers	11	13
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	8	7
Fast-break points	6	20
Points in the paint	20	42
Fouls	18	17
Largest lead	0	32

How the scoring went

2nd Half19-36Jalik Dunkley made Dunk. Assisted by Nick Krass.
2nd Half19-38Mouhamed Dioubate made Layup.
2nd Half19-41Otega Oweh made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Collin Chandler.
2nd Half21-41Jalik Dunkley made Jumper. Assisted by Grant Sanders.
2nd Half23-41Grant Sanders made Dunk. Assisted by Trae English.
2nd Half23-43Brandon Garrison made Dunk. Assisted by Denzel Aberdeen.
2nd Half26-43Zee Hamoda made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Grant Sanders.
2nd Half26-45Otega Oweh made Layup. Assisted by Denzel Aberdeen.
2nd Half26-46Otega Oweh made Free Throw.
2nd Half26-47Otega Oweh made Free Throw.
2nd Half26-50Jasper Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Denzel Aberdeen.
2nd Half26-52Andrija Jelavić made Jumper. Assisted by Kam Williams.
2nd Half26-54Malachi Moreno made Dunk. Assisted by Denzel Aberdeen.
2nd Half28-54Grant Sanders made Dunk. Assisted by Sincere Malone.
2nd Half28-56Malachi Moreno made Dunk. Assisted by Jasper Johnson.
2nd Half29-56Trae English made Free Throw.
2nd Half30-56Trae English made Free Throw.
2nd Half30-58Brandon Garrison made Layup.
2nd Half32-58Jalin Rice made Jumper.
2nd Half34-58Jalin Rice made Jumper.
2nd Half34-60Kam Williams made Dunk. Assisted by Jasper Johnson.
2nd Half36-60Jalik Dunkley made Layup. Assisted by Trae English.
2nd Half36-62Mouhamed Dioubate made Layup. Assisted by Collin Chandler.
2nd Half36-64Denzel Aberdeen made Layup. Assisted by Collin Chandler.
2nd Half37-64Jalin Rice made Free Throw.
2nd Half37-67Collin Chandler made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half40-67Jalin Rice made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalik Dunkley.
2nd Half40-70Collin Chandler made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Denzel Aberdeen.
2nd Half40-72Collin Chandler made Dunk.
2nd Half43-72Jalin Rice made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half45-72Jalin Rice made Jumper.
2nd Half45-73Jasper Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-74Jasper Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-75Jasper Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-75Sincere Malone made Dunk.
2nd Half48-75Jalik Dunkley made Free Throw.
2nd Half49-75Jalik Dunkley made Free Throw.
2nd Half49-77Andrija Jelavić made Layup. Assisted by Malachi Moreno.
2nd Half50-77Jalik Dunkley made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-77Jalik Dunkley made Free Throw.