SE Louisiana Holds Off Houston Christian 55-47

Southeastern Louisiana controlled the tempo from the start, taking a 35-21 lead into halftime against Houston Christian at the University Center. The Lions' strong first-half performance, led by Isaiah Gaines' 12 points and 5 assists, set the tone for the rest of the game. Although Houston Christian attempted to mount a comeback in the second half, outscoring SE Louisiana 26-20, it wasn't enough to overcome the deficit.

Mambourou Mara led the charge for Houston Christian, scoring 12 points, but the team's offense struggled to find consistency throughout the game. Demari Williams added 11 points and 5 rebounds for the Huskies, but their efforts were not enough to overcome the Lions' balanced attack. SE Louisiana's Makhi Myles also chipped in with 12 points, while Jalen Forrest contributed 9 points.

CHD Scout's pre-game prediction had SE Louisiana winning by a slim 1.1-point margin, but the Lions ultimately prevailed by 8 points, 55-47. The predicted score of 70-69 was far off, as both teams struggled to find their offensive rhythm. Despite the discrepancy, the predicted winner was correct, with SE Louisiana emerging victorious.

The win is a crucial one for SE Louisiana, as it looks to bolster its resume ahead of the tournament season. However, as a Quadrant 4 game, the victory may not significantly boost the Lions' tournament chances. Meanwhile, the loss drops Houston Christian to 8-16 on the season, and as a Quadrant 4 game for the Huskies, it may hurt their already slim tournament hopes.

SE Louisiana's performance was marked by a strong defensive effort, holding Houston Christian to just 47 points. The Lions' ability to limit the Huskies' scoring opportunities was a key factor in their victory. As the season enters its final stretch, SE Louisiana want to build on this win and make a push for a stronger finish.

The outcome of this game has real consequences for both teams' tournament resumes. While SE Louisiana's win may not be a major boost, it is still an important victory for a team looking to gain momentum. For Houston Christian, the loss is a setback, but the Huskies want to regroup and make a push for a stronger finish to the season.