SE Louisiana Lions Edge Houston Christian Huskies in OT
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 4:30 PM ET · Sharp Gymnasium
SE Louisiana Lions 74, Houston Christian Huskies 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won SE Louisiana Lions vs Houston Christian Huskies?
SE Louisiana Lions beat Houston Christian Huskies 74-71 at Sharp Gymnasium on December 13, 2025.
Who was favored in SE Louisiana Lions vs Houston Christian Huskies?
Houston Christian Huskies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.
In an intense matchup that went into overtime, the SE Louisiana Lions triumphed over the Houston Christian Huskies with a final score of 74-71. This game, held at Sharp Gymnasium, showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, each looking to improve their standing in the NCAAB league.
The Houston Christian Huskies entered the game with a record of 5-5, having recently secured a win against the LSU New Orleans Privateers on December 6, where they scored 85 points. However, their overall form has been inconsistent, with an average of 70.2 points scored and 71.0 points allowed over their last ten games. They had a home record of 3-0, indicating a strong performance at home, but their recent streak was mixed, with a record of 2-3 in the last five games.
On the other hand, the SE Louisiana Lions came into the game with a 4-6 record. They had faced challenges recently, losing their last game against the Northwestern State Demons, and their overall performance showed an average of 64.6 points scored and 68.6 points allowed in their last ten games. Their away record was notably weaker at 2-5, but they had shown some resilience with a recent win against the Navy Midshipmen.
Historically, the matchup between these two teams has been closely contested, with the series tied at 1-1 this season. Earlier in the year, the Huskies had beaten the Lions 70-62 in an away game, but the Lions had previously defeated the Huskies 69-60 in a home game, highlighting the competitive nature of their encounters.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams would have been keen to field their best players for such a crucial game. The market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings setting the odds at HCU -2.5, indicating a slight favoritism towards the Huskies. The total points line was set at 132.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
The game conditions were typical for a December evening, likely contributing to the players' performances. As the overtime period unfolded, the tension escalated, with the Lions making crucial plays. Demarco Bethea's layup, assisted by Kylin Green, put the Lions ahead in overtime, and Ethan Pickett's free throws further solidified their lead.
The final moments of the game saw a flurry of scoring, with both teams exchanging leads. Isaiah Gaines made a dunk for the Lions, while Jeremy Elyzee's free throw kept the Huskies competitive. However, Trent Johnson's three-point jumper equalized the score at 71-71, showcasing the back-and-forth nature of the contest.
Ultimately, the Lions secured the win with a final free throw from Gaines, sealing the game at 74-71. This victory marked a significant moment for the Lions, who improved their record to 5-6, while the Huskies fell to 5-6, highlighting the competitive balance in this NCAAB season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HCU -2.5 | 132.5 o -112 / u -108 | SE Louisiana Lions +124 · Houston Christian Huskies -148 |
Leaders
- PointsElijah Brooks17Houston Christian Huskies
- AssistsKylin Green10Houston Christian Huskies
- ReboundsKylin Green9Houston Christian Huskies
- PointsJeremy Elyzee17SE Louisiana Lions
- AssistsCJ Booker3SE Louisiana Lions
- ReboundsJeremy Elyzee7SE Louisiana Lions
Recent form
Houston Christian Huskies
Last 10: 5-5Streak W170.2 scored · 71 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W85-76at LSU New Orleans PrivateersDec 6
- L75-77at North Texas Mean GreenDec 3
- L62-80at Georgia Southern EaglesNov 29
- W72-65at The Citadel BulldogsNov 27
- L69-74at Bellarmine KnightsNov 26
- W85-67vs College of Biblical Studies AmbassadorsNov 21
- W72-61vs UL Monroe WarhawksNov 14
- L60-78at UC San Diego TritonsNov 9
- W74-70vs Southern Arkansas MuleridersNov 4
- L48-62at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi IslandersMar 9
SE Louisiana Lions
Last 10: 3-7Streak L164.6 scored · 68.6 allowed per game2-5 away
- L68-76vs Northwestern State DemonsDec 7
- W69-65at Navy MidshipmenNov 29
- W76-68at Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsNov 28
- L57-70at UNC Wilmington SeahawksNov 27
- W71-45vs William Carey CrusadersNov 20
- L68-75at Mississippi State BulldogsNov 15
- L60-70at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsNov 11
- L52-58at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsNov 8
- L58-88at Ole Miss RebelsNov 4
- L67-71vs Incarnate Word CardinalsMar 10
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 | SE Louisiana Lions | Houston Christian Huskies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-56 | 26-58 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 8-20 | 7-22 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 32 |
| Free throws | 18-25 | 12-18 |
| Free throw % | 72 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 26 |
| Assists | 13 | 20 |
| Steals | 11 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 24 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 32 |
| Fouls | 13 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 77 | 4 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-36Peter Hemschemeier made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by CJ Booker.
- 2nd Half43-36Isaiah Gaines made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-37Kylin Green made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-38Kylin Green made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-38Jeremy Elyzee made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half45-40Elijah Brooks made Layup. Assisted by Kylin Green.
- 2nd Half45-42Demarco Bethea made Layup. Assisted by Kylin Green.
- 2nd Half45-44Elijah Brooks made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-45Elijah Brooks made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-45Ethan Pickett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-45Ethan Pickett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-45Jalen Forrest made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-47Nehikhare Igiehon made Layup. Assisted by Elijah Brooks.
- 2nd Half49-49Elijah Brooks made Dunk. Assisted by D'Aundre Samuels.
- 2nd Half52-49Peter Hemschemeier made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by CJ Booker.
- 2nd Half53-49Jeremy Elyzee made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-49Jeremy Elyzee made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-50Kylin Green made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-50Jaiden Lawrence made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Peter Hemschemeier.
- 2nd Half57-52Nehikhare Igiehon made Layup. Assisted by Kylin Green.
- 2nd Half60-52Peter Hemschemeier made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-54Mambourou Mara made Layup. Assisted by Demarco Bethea.
- 2nd Half60-55Elijah Brooks made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-57Ryan Bartley made Jumper. Assisted by Kylin Green.
- 2nd Half62-57CJ Booker made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-59Demarco Bethea made Layup. Assisted by Kylin Green.
- 2nd Half63-59Jeremy Elyzee made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-60Demari Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-63Trent Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Bartley.
- 2nd Half65-63Isaiah Gaines made Layup. Assisted by Peter Hemschemeier.
- 2nd Half66-63Isaiah Gaines made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-66Trent Johnson made Three Point Jumper.
- OT66-68Demarco Bethea made Layup. Assisted by Kylin Green.
- OT67-68Ethan Pickett made Free Throw.
- OT68-68Ethan Pickett made Free Throw.
- OT70-68Isaiah Gaines made Dunk.
- OT71-68Jeremy Elyzee made Free Throw.
- OT71-71Trent Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Brooks.
- OT73-71Peter Hemschemeier made Jumper. Assisted by Isaiah Gaines.
- OT74-71Isaiah Gaines made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Houston Christian Huskies, below favours SE Louisiana Lions.
Venue
- Sharp GymnasiumHouston, TX
- Attendance474
- OfficialsHenry Howard, Josh Haug, Eric Kronebusch
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