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Nicholls State Colonels vs McNeese State Cowboys Prediction, 3/4/2021 College Basketball Free Pick
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Nicholls Men's Basketball: Colonels vs McNeese
https://geauxcolonels.com/sports/mens-basketball THIBODAUX, La. -- With a potential double-bye in the Southland Conference Tournament on the line, the Nicholls State University men's basketball program (20-10, 14-5 SLC) closes out regular season play with a revenge opportunity against in-state opponent McNeese (14-15, 9-9 SLC), tipoff versus the Cowboys set for 7 p.m. at Stopher Gym in the the team's home finale. Earlier this year at Lake Charles, the hosting Cowboys edged past a red-hot Red & Gray squad in a back-and-forth overtime contest, securing a 80-74 victory at the H&HP Complex to end a three-game Colonel win streak. Individually, redshirt junior Andre Jones orchestrated an elite offensive performance, finishing with a career-best 25 points as he carried Nicholls throughout the matchup; meanwhile, both redshirt senior Dexter McClanahan (14 pts) and sophomore Warith Alatishe (13 pts) posted positive contributions, combining for 27 points and 11 boards. WHAT: Nicholls vs. McNeese WHEN: Wednesday, Mar. 4 | 7 p.m. WHERE: Stopher Gym | Thibodaux, La. MEDIA: Live Stats | Watch | Listen / KLEB 1600 AM COMPLETE PROGRAM BREAKDOWN Roster | Schedule | Quick Facts (PDF) Austin Claunch enters his second season at the helm for the Red & Gray, and currently sports an 34-27 (21-16) overall record with the Colonels. The team boasts five seniors: G D'Angelo Hunter, G Tom Clement, G/F Brandon Moore Jr., G Dexter McClanahan & F Elvis Harvey Jr. This year's roster is highlighted by five newcomers, as redshirt senior G D'Angelo Hunter (West Virginia), redshirt junior G Andre Jones (Arkansas-Little Rock) & redshirt senior G Dexter McClanahan (Savannah State) all became eligible following transfers from fellow collegiate programs while sophomore G Lorenzo McGhee (Columbia State CC) climbed aboard via a JUCO program & freshman G Tyrease Terrell signed on directly from high school. On the bench, senior F Jaylen Fornes (UNC-Wilmington), redshirt sophomore F Najee Garvin (Charlotte) & redshirt sophomore G Isaac Johnson (Western Illinois) will sit out due to NCAA Transfer Restrictions. This season's depth chart features four players from across the state of Louisiana, three from Georgia, a pair from Texas and one from each of the following: Kentucky, North Carolina, Arkansas, Florida, South Carolina & Minnesota. The Colonels were projected to finish 11th in the Southland Conference, per the league's preseason poll. Nicholls returns two of last season's five starters, including junior G Kevin Johnson & senior G/F Brandon Moore Jr. UP NEXT With the regular season wrapped up, the Colonels receive a one-week break before heading across state lines for the Southland Conference Tournament, set for Wednesday, Mar. 11 through Saturday, Mar. 14 at the Merrell Center in Katy, Texas. STAY SOCIAL For more information on Colonels Men's Basketball, follow the team on Twitter (@Nicholls_MBB), Instagram (@geauxcolonels) and like their Facebook page (Nicholls Athletics).
Nicholls Men's Basketball: Colonels vs UNO
https://geauxcolonels.com/sidearmstats/mbball/summary THIBODAUX, La. -- Less than a few days after clinching a first-round in the upcoming SLC Tournament, the Nicholls State University men's basketball program (19-10, 13-5 SLC) shifts focus back home for the team's final two contests of the 2019-20 campaign, squaring off against in-state rival New Orleans (8-19, 4-13 SLC) in the backend of a Saturday afternoon doubleheader with women's basketball, tipoff set for approximately 3 p.m. at Stopher Gym. In this season's first edition of the same matchup, the Red & Gray put together a strong showing against the Privateers, ousting the preseason league favorite by a 77-72 margin at Lakefront Arena. Notably, senior Elvis Harvey Jr. set the tone with a squad-best 22 points as the Colonels shot a season-high 58.2 percent (32-of-55) from the field, shaking off a late UNO rally to lock up the key conference victory. WHAT: Nicholls vs. New Orleans WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 29 | ~3 p.m. WHERE: Stopher Gym | Thibodaux, La. MEDIA: Live Stats | Watch | Listen / 100.3 FM ESPN New Orleans COMPLETE PROGRAM BREAKDOWN Roster | Schedule | Quick Facts (PDF) Austin Claunch enters his second season at the helm for the Red & Gray, and currently sports an 33-27 (20-16) overall record with the Colonels. The team boasts five seniors: G D'Angelo Hunter, G Tom Clement, G/F Brandon Moore Jr., G Dexter McClanahan & F Elvis Harvey Jr. This year's roster is highlighted by five newcomers, as redshirt senior G D'Angelo Hunter (West Virginia), redshirt junior G Andre Jones (Arkansas-Little Rock) & redshirt senior G Dexter McClanahan (Savannah State) all became eligible following transfers from fellow collegiate programs while sophomore G Lorenzo McGhee (Columbia State CC) climbed aboard via a JUCO program & freshman G Tyrease Terrell signed on directly from high school. On the bench, senior F Jaylen Fornes (UNC-Wilmington), redshirt sophomore F Najee Garvin (Charlotte) & redshirt sophomore G Isaac Johnson (Western Illinois) will sit out due to NCAA Transfer Restrictions. This season's depth chart features four players from across the state of Louisiana, three from Georgia, a pair from Texas and one from each of the following: Kentucky, North Carolina, Arkansas, Florida, South Carolina & Minnesota. The Colonels were projected to finish 11th in the Southland Conference, per the league's preseason poll. Nicholls returns two of last season's five starters, including junior G Kevin Johnson & senior G/F Brandon Moore Jr. UP NEXT The Colonels close out the regular season with the team's final league rematch of the year, hosting McNeese on Wednesday, Mar. 4 at Stopher Gym before advancing to the Southland Conference Tournament in Katy, Texas the following week. STAY SOCIAL For more information on Colonels Men's Basketball, follow the team on Twitter (@Nicholls_MBB), Instagram (@geauxcolonels) and like their Facebook page (Nicholls Athletics).
Nicholls Women's Basketball: Colonels vs UNO
https://geauxcolonels.com/sidearmstats/wbball/summary THIBODAUX, La. - Saturday will mark the final home game for four seniors - Chrystal Ezechukwu, Airi Hamilton, Korie Leary, and Tykeria Williams - as the Nicholls State University women's basketball team will go for a sixth consecutive victory, hosting rival New Orleans on Broussard Court at Stopher Gymnasium. Tipoff is scheduled for 1 p.m., with the men's game to follow 30 minutes after. It was just a few weeks ago that Nicholls was near the bottom of the standings, but five straight wins have placed the Colonels (11-16, 8-10 SLC) in a battle for the few remaining spots in the Southland Conference Tournament. Saturday's opponent New Orleans (15-11, 11-6 SLC) is one of five teams that have clinched a spot. Nicholls is currently in eighth, 0.5 games up on Central Arkansas, with just two games remaining before its final by next weekend. Wednesday against HBU, the Colonels had a slow start offensively, but the defense was consistent with another 60-point or less effort. With the 57-53 victory over the Huskies, it marked the fourth time during the five-game winning streak that the opposing offense failed to score more than 60. All four of the top scorers - Ezechukwu (13.6 ppg), Hamilton (12.0), Loan-Anh Johnson (10.8), and Williams (10.1), have been the leading scorer over the last five games, led by Johnson with three games. In the win over Northwestern State, Hamilton and Williams shared the honor with a team-high 17 points. Johnson had 13 against Lamar, 16 versus Southeastern Louisiana and a career-high 23 at Central Arkansas. Ezechukwu came off the bench against HBU for 19 points on Wednesday. New Orleans will be looking for a sweep of the Colonels for the first time since joining the Southland Conference in 2013-14. The Privateers won in New Orleans to close out January, 77-65, and will be aiming for their first win in Thibodaux since 2008. The Privateers are headed by their hometown guard Rehema Franklin at 13.4 points per game. In the win over Nicholls, she poured in 23 points to lead the way. STAY SOCIAL For more information on Colonel Softball, follow the team on Twitter (@Nicholls_WBB).
Nicholls Women's Basketball: Colonels vs Northwestern State
https://geauxcolonels.com/sidearmstats/wbball/summary THIBODAUX, La. - Winners of two straight, the Nicholls State University women's basketball team will look to avenge an earlier loss to Northwestern State as the Colonels take on Lady Demons at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19 on Broussard Court at Stopher Gymnasium. The matchup will serve as Fan Appreciation Night with free admission to the game. Nicholls (8-16, 5-10 SLC) has won back-to-back games to stay in the thick of the Southland Conference postseason race. Saturday's win over rival Southeastern Louisiana turned out to be a crucial one as all four teams that Nicholls is chasing lost, allowing the Red and Gray to gain a full game on each. The Colonels welcome Northwestern State, which is also fighting for their postseason lives as its a game back at 7-17 overall and 4-11 in conference.The Lady Demons will be going for their first regular season sweep of Nicholls since 2011. Defense was what stood out for the Colonels in their win against Southeastern, holding the Lady Lions to its second lowest total in points (49) and field goal percentage (.309). In the 58-54 loss at NSU in January, Nicholls held the home team to 30 percent shooting but could not generate enough offense down the stretch. Loan-Anh Johnson has led Nicholls on offense during its two-game win streak, averaging 14.5 points and 6.5 rebounds. In the two contests against SLU, Johnson scored 21 and 16. NSU has won two of its last three games, including the first road victory of the season in a 54-46 contest at HBU. Last Saturday, the Lady Demons wrangled McNeese, 70-60, behind 14 points from Jasmyn Johnson. STAY SOCIAL For more information on Colonel Softball, follow the team on Twitter (@Nicholls_WBB).
Nicholls Men's Basketball: Colonels vs Lamar
https://geauxcolonels.com/sidearmstats/mbball/summary THIBODAUX, La. -- After claiming sole possession of second in the Southland this past Saturday, the Nicholls State University men's basketball program (15-9, 9-4 Southland) aims to build some momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season, squaring off against contender Lamar (12-12, 6-7 Southland) in yet-another opportunity to complete a series sweep, tip set for 7 p.m. at Stopher Gym. The Colonels put together a strong road performance earlier this season at the Montagne Center, ousting the Cardinals by a final 61-52 mark. Notably, both redshirt senior Dexter McClanahan (17 points) along with redshirt junior Andre Jones (16 points) shined in the low-scoring contest, leading the Red & Gray as they held off a number of second-half Lamar surges to secure the eventual victory. WHAT: Nicholls vs. Lamar WHEN: Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 7 p.m. WHERE: Stopher Gym | Thibodaux, La. MEDIA: Live Stats | Watch / Nicholls Athletics YouTube | Listen / 100.3 FM ESPN New Orleans COMPLETE PROGRAM BREAKDOWN Roster | Schedule | Quick Facts (PDF) Austin Claunch enters his second season at the helm for the Red & Gray, and currently sports an 29-26 (16-15) overall record with the Colonels. The team boasts five seniors: G D'Angelo Hunter, G Tom Clement, G/F Brandon Moore Jr., G Dexter McClanahan & F Elvis Harvey Jr. This year's roster is highlighted by five newcomers, as redshirt senior G D'Angelo Hunter (West Virginia), redshirt junior G Andre Jones (Arkansas-Little Rock) & redshirt senior G Dexter McClanahan (Savannah State) all became eligible following transfers from fellow collegiate programs while sophomore G Lorenzo McGhee (Columbia State CC) climbed aboard via a JUCO program & freshman G Tyrease Terrell signed on directly from high school. On the bench, senior F Jaylen Fornes (UNC-Wilmington), redshirt sophomore F Najee Garvin (Charlotte) & redshirt sophomore G Isaac Johnson (Western Illinois) will sit out due to NCAA Transfer Restrictions. This season's depth chart features four players from across the state of Louisiana, three from Georgia, a pair from Texas and one from each of the following: Kentucky, North Carolina, Arkansas, Florida, South Carolina & Minnesota. The Colonels were projected to finish 11th in the Southland Conference, per the league's preseason poll. Nicholls returns two of last season's five starters, including junior G Kevin Johnson & senior G/F Brandon Moore Jr. UP NEXT As the season begins to wind down, the Red & Gray close out this home stand with a doubleheader against rival Southeastern Louisiana on Saturday afternoon before shifting focus to their final roadtrip of the year, heading to Northwestern State, Central Arkansas and HBU over a three-match stretch. STAY SOCIAL For more information on Colonels Men's Basketball, follow the team on Twitter (@Nicholls_MBB), Instagram (@geauxcolonels) and like their Facebook page (Nicholls Athletics).
Nicholls Women's Basketball: Colonels vs Sam Houston State
https://geauxcolonels.com/sidearmstats/wbball/summary THIBODAUX, La. - The Nicholls State University women's basketball team will look to avenge one of its earlier road losses as the Colonels take on Sam Houston State University Saturday, Feb. 8 on Broussard Court in Stopher Gymnasium. Tipoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. The Colonels (6-15, 3-9 SLC) played the Bearkats in the opening weekend of 2020 and were handed a 87-71 loss in Huntsville. Despite the loss, redshirt sophomore and Texas native Lauryn Bowie had another strong outing against Sam Houston with a season-high 17 points . Last year, Bowie scored a career-high 21 points against the 'Kats, missing just one of 10 field goal attempts. Nicholls has alternated wins and loss over the last few weeks, with its last outing being a 78-61 setback against first-place Stephen F. Austin on Wednesday. The Bearkats (14-7, 9-3 SLC) were in a tie for first before losing to UIW on Wednesday. Sam Houston had won nine straight games but has since dropped three of four. Nicholls is averaging 64.1 points per game this season, led by Chrystal Ezechukwu's 13.6. After producing 25.3 point per game in her previous three contests, Ezechukwu was held to six points in the loss to SFA. Freshman Chelsea Cain had her best outing as a Colonel against the Ladyjacks with her first career double-double (14 points, 12 rebounds). Sam Houston State is scoring 77.3 points per game and has four players averaging double figures. Amber Leggett leads the way at 14.7 to go along with 5.1 rebounds and 58 steals. Leggett scored 12 points in the previous win against Nicholls, while Jaylonn Walker (11.9 ppg) and Faith Cook (10.9) each had a game-high 19 points. STAY SOCIAL For more information on Colonels Women's Basketball, follow the team on Twitter (@Nicholls_WBB) and Instagram (@Nicholls_WBB)
Nicholls Women's Basketball: Colonels vs Sam Houston State
https://geauxcolonels.com/sidearmstats/wbball/summary THIBODAUX, La. - The Nicholls State University women's basketball team will look to avenge one of its earlier road losses as the Colonels take on Sam Houston State University Saturday, Feb. 8 on Broussard Court in Stopher Gymnasium. Tipoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. The Colonels (6-15, 3-9 SLC) played the Bearkats in the opening weekend of 2020 and were handed a 87-71 loss in Huntsville. Despite the loss, redshirt sophomore and Texas native Lauryn Bowie had another strong outing against Sam Houston with a season-high 17 points . Last year, Bowie scored a career-high 21 points against the 'Kats, missing just one of 10 field goal attempts. Nicholls has alternated wins and loss over the last few weeks, with its last outing being a 78-61 setback against first-place Stephen F. Austin on Wednesday. The Bearkats (14-7, 9-3 SLC) were in a tie for first before losing to UIW on Wednesday. Sam Houston had won nine straight games but has since dropped three of four. Nicholls is averaging 64.1 points per game this season, led by Chrystal Ezechukwu's 13.6. After producing 25.3 point per game in her previous three contests, Ezechukwu was held to six points in the loss to SFA. Freshman Chelsea Cain had her best outing as a Colonel against the Ladyjacks with her first career double-double (14 points, 12 rebounds). Sam Houston State is scoring 77.3 points per game and has four players averaging double figures. Amber Leggett leads the way at 14.7 to go along with 5.1 rebounds and 58 steals. Leggett scored 12 points in the previous win against Nicholls, while Jaylonn Walker (11.9 ppg) and Faith Cook (10.9) each had a game-high 19 points. STAY SOCIAL For more information on Colonels Women's Basketball, follow the team on Twitter (@Nicholls_WBB) and Instagram (@Nicholls_WBB)