NCAAB · Final

Pacific Tigers Secure Victory Over Nicholls Colonels

Sunday, December 21, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Alex G. Spanos Center

Pacific Tigers 95, Nicholls Colonels 82, 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 Nicholls Colonels vs Pacific Tigers?

Pacific Tigers beat Nicholls Colonels 95-82 at Alex G. Spanos Center on December 21, 2025.

Who was favored in Nicholls Colonels vs Pacific Tigers?

Pacific Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -470 (about 82% implied). The favorite won.

In an exciting matchup at the Alex G. Spanos Center, the Pacific Tigers triumphed over the Nicholls Colonels with a final score of 95-82. This game showcased the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with Pacific holding a strong home record of 9-4 compared to Nicholls' away struggles, reflected in their 3-8 overall record.

The Tigers entered the game with a recent form of 7-3 over their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss to the BYU Cougars just five days prior. Their scoring average during this stretch was 73.7 points per game, while they allowed 66.1 points. At home, they maintained an impressive record of 4-0, which added to their confidence going into this fixture. In their last five games, they averaged 74.0 points scored and 65.8 points allowed, indicating a solid offensive and defensive balance.

On the other hand, the Colonels had been on a three-game winning streak leading into this game, which was a significant turnaround from their earlier struggles. They had a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, with an average of 74.9 points scored and 76.2 points allowed. However, their away record remained concerning at 0-7, which highlighted their difficulties competing outside of their home venue.

The matchup was also notable for its betting lines, with DraftKings setting the spread at Pacific -8.5 and the total points over/under at 139.5. The moneyline for Pacific was -470, while Nicholls was at 360, reflecting the expectation of a strong performance from the Tigers.

The game conditions were favorable for an exciting contest, and viewers were treated to a high-scoring affair. Key moments included crucial free throws by TJ Wainwright late in the second half, which helped seal the victory for Pacific. The Tigers' ability to convert from the free-throw line in the closing minutes was pivotal, as they extended their lead to secure the win.

As the game unfolded, fans witnessed Pacific's offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they outscored Nicholls significantly. The final score of 95-82 not only highlighted the Tigers' scoring capabilities but also underscored the challenges faced by the Colonels on the road. Overall, this fixture served as a testament to Pacific's strength at home and Nicholls' ongoing struggles away from their familiar environment.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	PAC -8.5	139.5 o -112 / u -108	Nicholls Colonels +360 · Pacific Tigers -470

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Leaders

PointsElias Ralph25Pacific Tigers
AssistsKajus Kublickas6Pacific Tigers
ReboundsTJ Wainwright7Pacific Tigers
PointsJaylen Searles21Nicholls Colonels
AssistsJaylen Searles6Nicholls Colonels
ReboundsJalik Dunkley4Nicholls Colonels

Recent form

Pacific Tigers

Last 10: 7-3Streak L173.7 scored · 66.1 allowed per game4-0 at home

L57-93at BYU CougarsDec 17
W104-50vs Simpson (CA) Red HawksDec 14
L61-67at California Golden BearsDec 6
W80-65at Air Force FalconsDec 4
W68-54vs Sacramento State HornetsNov 30
W68-53at Jacksonville DolphinsNov 25
W86-58vs Stony Brook SeawolvesNov 24
L59-82at Florida Atlantic OwlsNov 21
W85-73at Cal State Fullerton TitansNov 15
W69-66vs Long Beach State BeachNov 13

Nicholls Colonels

Last 10: 3-7Streak W374.9 scored · 76.2 allowed per game0-7 away

W79-64vs Houston Christian HuskiesDec 18
W117-49vs College of Biblical Studies AmbassadorsDec 11
W74-67vs Incarnate Word CardinalsDec 6
L76-96at Creighton BluejaysDec 3
L72-82at Tulane Green WaveNov 28
L81-95at Oklahoma State CowboysNov 22
L79-99at Murray State RacersNov 15
L63-68at Valparaiso BeaconsNov 13
L57-65at Eastern Illinois PanthersNov 8
L51-77at Kentucky WildcatsNov 5

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
Gonzaga	31-4	-	16-2
Saint Mary's	27-6	-	16-2
Santa Clara	26-9	1	15-3
Oregon State	17-16	7	9-9
Seattle U	21-14	8	8-10
Pacific	18-15	8	8-10
San Francisco	17-16	8	8-10
Washington State	12-20	9	7-11
Loyola Marymount	15-17	10	6-12
Portland	15-19	10	6-12
San Diego	12-21	11	5-13
Pepperdine	9-23	12	4-14

Box score

Stat	Nicholls Colonels	Pacific Tigers
Field goals	30-54	31-45
Field goal %	56	69
Three-pointers	10-24	4-9
Three-point %	42	44
Free throws	12-23	29-36
Free throw %	52	81
Rebounds	21	33
Offensive rebounds	8	7
Defensive rebounds	13	26
Assists	14	16
Steals	6	6
Blocks	1	1
Turnovers	14	18
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	2	3
Technical fouls, total	2	3
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	21	14
Fast-break points	5	12
Points in the paint	38	52
Fouls	34	24
Largest lead	0	13
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	99

How the scoring went

2nd Half53-64Jaden Clayton makes 26-foot three point jumper (Elias Ralph assists)
2nd Half55-64Jaylen Searles makes layup
2nd Half55-65Jaden Clayton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-65Sincere Malone makes 27-foot three point jumper (Trae English assists)
2nd Half59-65Jaylen Searles makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-67Elias Ralph makes layup
2nd Half62-67Jaylen Searles makes 29-foot three point jumper (Sincere Malone assists)
2nd Half62-69TJ Wainwright makes 2-foot jumper
2nd Half64-69Jalik Dunkley makes layup
2nd Half65-69Sincere Malone makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-69Sincere Malone makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-70Elias Ralph makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-71Elias Ralph makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-71Jaylen Searles makes layup
2nd Half68-73Elias Ralph makes 13-foot jumper
2nd Half68-75Jaden Clayton makes layup
2nd Half70-75Jalik Dunkley makes layup
2nd Half70-78Justin Rochelin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Elias Ralph assists)
2nd Half72-78Jaylen Searles makes layup
2nd Half72-80Justin Rochelin makes 2-foot dunk (Jaden Clayton assists)
2nd Half73-80Sincere Malone makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half74-80Sincere Malone makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half74-81Justin Rochelin makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half77-81Christian Winborne makes 25-foot three point jumper (Trae English assists)
2nd Half77-82Elias Ralph makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half77-83Elias Ralph makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half79-83Christian Winborne makes layup
2nd Half79-84Justin Rochelin makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half79-85Justin Rochelin makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half80-85Christian Winborne makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half81-85Christian Winborne makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half81-87Elias Ralph makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half81-88Elias Ralph makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half82-88Jalin Rice makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half82-90Isaac Jack makes layup (TJ Wainwright assists)
2nd Half82-91Isaac Jack makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half82-94TJ Wainwright makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half82-95TJ Wainwright makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half82-92TJ Wainwright makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half82-93TJ Wainwright makes free throw 2 of 2