In the Southland Conference Tournament, Nora Francois's double-double effort was not enough as Nicholls Colonels defeated the University of New Orleans Privateers 73-66, pulling away with late runs in the third and fourth quarters.

The Big Picture

The game showcased a competitive battle ultimately decided by decisive runs from the Colonels, highlighting the intensity of conference tournament play.

By the Numbers
  • Nora Francois finished with her seventh career double-double, recording 22 points and 10 rebounds.
  • UNO made 21 of 24 free throw attempts, with Pryor and Kimbrough both having perfect free throw shooting performances.
State of Play
  • Nicholls Colonels used strong second-half shooting to secure the win, shooting 53% in the third quarter and 50% in the fourth.
  • New Orleans turned the ball over 20 times, leading to a 19-10 advantage in points off turnovers for Nicholls.
What's Next

UNO will reflect on their performance in the tournament and look to build on their efforts for future competitions, leveraging the experience gained in this challenging game.

Bottom Line

Despite Nora Francois's standout performance, UNO fell short against Nicholls, emphasizing the importance of maintaining consistency and composure in high-stakes tournament situations.