Nicholls State Colonels vs Lamar Cardinals predictions, Jan 17, 2026

Jan 17, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Saturday,

Nicholls State Colonels

Lamar

Score, Highlights

Short Preview

In an upcoming NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Nicholls State Colonels will face off against the Lamar Cardinals on January 17, 2026. The game will take place at the Nicholls State Colonels’ home court.

Both teams have been performing relatively well in their recent matches. Nicholls State Colonels have won 4 out of their last 5 games, showcasing their strong form and determination on the court. On the other hand, the Lamar Cardinals have secured victories in 3 of their last 5 games, indicating their ability to compete at a high level.

Looking at the bookmakers’ odds, the home team is slightly favored with odds of 1.71, while the away team is close behind with odds of 1.98. Our model prediction gives a 53% probability of a Nicholls State Colonels’ victory, leaving a 47% chance for an upset by the Lamar Cardinals.

With both teams showing solid recent performances, this matchup promises to be an exciting and competitive game. The outcome is uncertain, and both teams will undoubtedly give their all to secure the win.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-01-17T00:52:02+00:00.

Nicholls State
53.7%		 Lamar
46.3%

00:00 / 90:00 GEO restrictions apply. Funded account required or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours. 18+

!!!!! Information about video stream is absent for now

Betting Odds

1 X 2
Pinnacle 1.71 1.98

Latest Results

12.01.26 McNeese State Cowboys basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 94:68
10.01.26 New Orleans Privateers basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 77:90
05.01.26 Nicholls State Colonels basketball – Northwestern State Demons basketball – 74:72
03.01.26 Nicholls State Colonels basketball – East Texas A&M Lions basketball – 80:58
31.12.25 University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 69:71		 12.01.26 Lamar Cardinals basketball – Houston Christian Huskies basketball – 64:56
10.01.26 Lamar Cardinals basketball – Incarnate Word Cardinals basketball – 63:51
05.01.26 Southeastern Louisiana Lions basketball – Lamar Cardinals basketball – 60:52
02.01.26 McNeese State Cowboys basketball – Lamar Cardinals basketball – 82:70
31.12.25 East Texas A&M Lions basketball – Lamar Cardinals basketball – 62:69

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Nicholls State won 0.
  • Nicholls State is undoubtedly in great shape (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Lamar has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Lamar may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • In the last 17 head-to-head matches, Nicholls State won 7 matches, drew 1 match, lost 9 matches, and goals 949:991. (average 55.8:58.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Nicholls State won 4 matches, drew 1 match, lost 3 matches, and goals 428:440. (average 53.5:55).

    Latest Head To Head

    11.03.25 Lamar Cardinals basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 58:55
    03.03.25 Lamar Cardinals basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 65:53
    20.01.25 Nicholls State Colonels basketball – Lamar Cardinals basketball – 74:78
    10.02.24 Lamar Cardinals basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 75:56
    13.01.24 Nicholls State Colonels basketball – Lamar Cardinals basketball – 76:78 OT

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.5 (15.91%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.02%)

    3. Connecticut Huskies: 10 (7.16%)

    4. Purdue Boilermakers: 11 (6.51%)

    5. Iowa State: 12 (5.97%)

    6. Duke Blue Devils: 13 (5.51%)

    7. Houston Cougars: 15 (4.77%)

    8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.48%)

    9. Illinois Fighting Illini: 23 (3.11%)

    10. Florida Gators: 26 (2.75%)

    11. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (2.31%)

    12. Brigham Young: 31 (2.31%)

    13. Michigan State: 36 (1.99%)

    14. Kansas Jayhawks: 36 (1.99%)

    15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 41 (1.75%)

    16. Texas Tech: 51 (1.4%)

    17. Virginia Cavaliers: 51 (1.4%)

    18. Louisville: 51 (1.4%)

    19. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.4%)

    20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 51 (1.4%)

    21. North Carolina: 67 (1.07%)

    22. Tennessee Volunteers: 81 (0.88%)

    23. Kentucky Wildcats: 101 (0.71%)

    24. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

    25. St. Johns Red Storm: 126 (0.57%)

    26. Baylor Bears: 151 (0.47%)

    27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.47%)

    28. UCLA: 151 (0.47%)

    29. Villanova Wildcats: 201 (0.36%)

    30. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

    31. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Auburn Tigers: 201 (0.36%)

    33. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    34. TCU: 251 (0.29%)

    35. UCF Knights: 251 (0.29%)

    36. Seton Hall Pirates: 251 (0.29%)

    37. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

    38. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    39. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

    40. Texas A&M: 251 (0.29%)

    41. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.2%)

    42. Missouri Tigers: 351 (0.2%)

    43. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.2%)

    44. USC Trojans: 351 (0.2%)

    45. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

    46. Syracuse Orange: 501 (0.14%)

    47. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

    50. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

    51. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

    52. Oregon Ducks: 501 (0.14%)

    53. St. Louis Billikens: 501 (0.14%)

    54. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

    55. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    56. Wake Forest: 751 (0.1%)

    57. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

    58. Washington Huskies: 751 (0.1%)

    59. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    60. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

    61. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

    62. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. Boise State: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Memphis Tigers: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    70. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    71. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    72. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    73. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

    74. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    75. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

    76. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    80. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

    81. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

    82. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    83. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

    Nicholls State Colonels – Lamar Cardinals and other NCAA College Basketball events on our partner.

    • NCAA College Basketball

    Related Articles

    0 Comment