Nicholls Colonels Defeat Northwestern State Demons 61-47
Sunday, March 8, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Townsley Law Arena
Nicholls Colonels 61, Northwestern State Demons 47, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Northwestern State Demons vs Nicholls Colonels?
Nicholls Colonels beat Northwestern State Demons 61-47 at Townsley Law Arena on March 8, 2026.
Who was favored in Northwestern State Demons vs Nicholls Colonels?
Nicholls Colonels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Nicholls Colonels secured a 61-47 victory over the Northwestern State Demons at Townsley Law Arena. This win marks a significant achievement for the Colonels, as they improve their season record to 15-18, while the Demons fall to 10-23. The game showcased Nicholls' defensive prowess, limiting Northwestern State to just 47 points, well below their recent scoring average.
The Colonels entered this game with a mixed record of 5-5 in their last ten outings, but they were coming off a loss against the McNeese Cowboys, which snapped a brief winning streak. Over those ten games, Nicholls averaged 70.4 points scored per game while allowing 72.4. Their home performance has been less than stellar, with a record of 1-3 in their last four games at home. However, they had previously defeated Northwestern State 61-58 in their last encounter on February 3, 2026, which likely boosted their confidence heading into this game.
On the other side, the Northwestern State Demons have struggled recently, posting a 4-6 record in their last ten games and currently on a two-game losing streak. Their scoring average during this stretch was 62.3 points, with an average of 64.3 points allowed. The Demons' away record has also been poor, with just one win in their last four away games, which contributed to their overall struggles this season.
The two teams have faced each other four times over the past two seasons, with the series now tied at 2-2. The Colonels had previously won both of their meetings in the 2026 season, including this latest victory. The games have been closely contested, with the previous matchups often decided by narrow margins, indicating a competitive rivalry.
In terms of player performance, Nicholls featured strong contributions from their key players, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away from the Demons. The scoring plays in the latter part of the game included crucial layups and free throws that helped solidify their lead. The Colonels' ability to capitalize on offensive opportunities while maintaining a strong defensive front was evident as they outscored Northwestern State significantly in the second half.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Nicholls favored by 1.5 points with a total set at 138.5. The odds reflected a closely matched contest, but the Colonels' performance exceeded expectations, leading to a comfortable win.
The game conditions were conducive to basketball, with no notable weather impacts affecting the indoor venue. Fans in attendance witnessed a hard-fought battle, but ultimately, it was Nicholls' defensive strategy and execution that led them to victory.
As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on this game, with Nicholls aiming to maintain their momentum and Northwestern State seeking to regroup and improve their performance.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NICH -1.5 | 138.5 o -105 / u -115 | Northwestern State Demons +102 · Nicholls Colonels -122 |
Leaders
- PointsSincere Malone14Nicholls Colonels
- AssistsGrant Sanders4Nicholls Colonels
- ReboundsJalik Dunkley7Nicholls Colonels
- PointsIzzy Miles14Northwestern State Demons
- AssistsChris Mubiru3Northwestern State Demons
- ReboundsWillie Williams11Northwestern State Demons
Recent form
Nicholls Colonels
Last 10: 5-5Streak L170.4 scored · 72.4 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L65-75vs McNeese CowboysMar 3
- W68-60vs SE Louisiana LionsFeb 28
- W53-52at Lamar CardinalsFeb 24
- L78-81at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksFeb 21
- L68-72at Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 17
- W91-83at Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 14
- L72-92vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosFeb 10
- L76-83vs Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersFeb 7
- W61-58at Northwestern State DemonsFeb 3
- W72-68at East Texas A&M LionsJan 31
Northwestern State Demons
Last 10: 4-6Streak L262.3 scored · 64.3 allowed per game1-3 away
- L62-74at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosMar 3
- L59-71at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersFeb 28
- W54-49vs Incarnate Word CardinalsFeb 24
- W71-53vs Houston Christian HuskiesFeb 21
- L64-75vs McNeese CowboysFeb 17
- W69-66vs SE Louisiana LionsFeb 14
- W70-68at Lamar CardinalsFeb 10
- L48-52at East Texas A&M LionsFeb 7
- L68-74vs East Texas A&M LionsFeb 5
- L58-61vs Nicholls ColonelsFeb 3
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 | Northwestern State Demons | Nicholls Colonels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 14-49 | 25-55 |
| Field goal % | 29 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 7-23 | 5-19 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 26 |
| Free throws | 12-17 | 6-10 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 60 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 23 |
| Assists | 9 | 15 |
| Steals | 8 | 11 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 12 | 38 |
| Fouls | 13 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 17 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 5 | 84 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half17-20Kordrick Turner makes 4-foot hook shot
- 1st Half17-22Sincere Malone makes layup (Grant Sanders assists)
- 1st Half19-22Willie Williams makes layup (Chris Mubiru assists)
- 1st Half20-22Willie Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half21-22Willie Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half21-23Sincere Malone makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half24-23Landyn Jumawan makes 23-foot three point jumper (Micah Thomas assists)
- 1st Half24-25Jalin Rice makes layup
- 2nd Half24-26Trae English makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half24-27Trae English makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half24-29Jaylen Searles makes layup (Jalik Dunkley assists)
- 2nd Half27-29CJ Larry makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chris Mubiru assists)
- 2nd Half27-31Jalin Rice makes 2-foot dunk (Jaylen Searles assists)
- 2nd Half28-31CJ Larry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half28-33Trae English makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half31-33Landyn Jumawan makes 26-foot three point jumper (Willie Williams assists)
- 2nd Half31-35Trae English makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half31-37Sincere Malone makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half31-39Jalin Rice makes 3-foot dunk (Trae English assists)
- 2nd Half31-40Sincere Malone makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half34-40Izzy Miles makes 23-foot three point jumper (Micah Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half34-42Jaylen Searles makes layup
- 2nd Half35-42Willie Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-44Christian Winborne makes layup
- 2nd Half35-46Sincere Malone makes layup
- 2nd Half35-49Sincere Malone makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half35-51Jalin Rice makes layup (Grant Sanders assists)
- 2nd Half35-52Jalin Rice makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half38-52CJ Larry makes 23-foot three point jumper (Izzy Miles assists)
- 2nd Half38-53Jalin Rice makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-53CJ Larry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-55Jalik Dunkley makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half40-55Izzy Miles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-55Izzy Miles makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-55Izzy Miles makes layup
- 2nd Half43-57Jalik Dunkley makes layup (Trae English assists)
- 2nd Half43-59Jalin Rice makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-59Micah Thomas makes 21-foot jumper
- 2nd Half45-61Jalik Dunkley makes layup (Grant Sanders assists)
- 2nd Half47-61Kordrick Turner makes layup (Chip Brunt assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Nicholls Colonels, below favours Northwestern State Demons.
Venue
- Townsley Law ArenaLake Charles, LA
- Attendance2835
- OfficialsDerek Schulte, Damien Richard, John Jenkins Jr.
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