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Nicholls State vs Louisiana-Lafayette Final: 76-75 - Recap
Michael Gray Jr. scored 19 points leading Nicholls State to a 76-75 victory over Louisiana-Lafayette at Cajundome on Saturday.
Jamal West Jr. had 15 points for Nicholls State and Jaylen Searles chipped in with 15 points. Byron Ireland had 3 assists for them, while Jamal West Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Louisiana-Lafayette got a 25-point performance from Kyran Ratliff, who was supported by 19 points from Mostapha El Moutaouakkil. Mostapha El Moutaouakkil had 3 assists in a losing cause for Louisiana-Lafayette, while Kyran Ratliff grabbed 13 rebounds.
Nicholls State was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Louisiana-Lafayette had a 31-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Nicholls State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Southeastern Louisiana. Louisiana-Lafayette will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Louisiana Tech.