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Nicholls State Downs New Orleans 78-62 - Match Report
Nicholls State got 19 points from Byron Ireland as they ran past New Orleans 78-62 on Monday at Lakefront Arena.
Trae English had 17 points for Nicholls State and Robert Brown III chipped in with 15 points. Trae English had 8 assists for them, while Jamal West Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
New Orleans got a 12-point performance from MJ Thomas, who was supported by 12 points from Kohen Rowbatham. JR Jacobs had 5 assists in a losing cause for New Orleans, while MJ Thomas grabbed 17 rebounds.
Nicholls State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
New Orleans had a 41-33 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Nicholls State takes its act home to face UTRGV looking for another win. For New Orleans, they head home to face Northwestern State.