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Houston Baptist Huskies vs Nicholls State Colonels Recap - Nicholls State Wins 83-73
Nicholls State grabbed a 83-73 win over Houston Baptist on Saturday, behind a 23-point effort from Byron Ireland at David R. Stopher Gymnasium.
Nicholls State got 16 points from Jamal West Jr. and another 15 points from Diante Smith. Diante Smith contributed 4 assists, while Diante Smith cleaned the glass with 5 rebounds.
Houston Baptist got a 18-point performance from Michael Imariagbe, who was supported by 17 points from Jay Alvarez. Jay Alvarez had 4 assists in a losing cause for Houston Baptist, while Michael Imariagbe grabbed 11 rebounds.
Nicholls State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Houston Baptist won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 30-28.
Nicholls State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Northwestern State. Houston Baptist will aim to get back on the winning track at New Orleans.