Nicholls State Colonels vs Southeastern Louisiana Lions predictions, Feb 28, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

7 months ago

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The upcoming NCAA basketball clash between the Nicholls State Colonels and the Southeastern Louisiana Lions promises to be a competitive encounter. Scheduled for February 28, 2026, at Nicholls State’s home court, this matchup is vital for both teams as they seek to improve their standings.

Recent form indicates that the Colonels have secured 2 victories in their last 5 games, showcasing a slightly more favorable trajectory than the Lions, who have won only 1 of their last 5 outings. The Colonels have demonstrated a robust home-court advantage, which will play a critical role in their performance. Their offensive play has shown promise, though consistency remains a concern that needs addressing.

On the contrary, the Lions will need to overcome their recent slump and capitalize on any defensive lapses from Nicholls State. Their challenge will involve enhancing their scoring output and tightening their defense to compete effectively.

Bookmakers have set the odds at 1.49 for Nicholls State and 2.38 for Southeastern Louisiana, reflecting a slight edge for the hosts. Statistical models predict a 56.2% chance of a home win, accompanied by a projected scoreline of 73:68. Ultimately, while Nicholls State enters as the favored team, both sides possess the potential to sway the outcome in this tense matchup.

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Nicholls State
61.9%

SE Louisiana
38.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 73:68

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.51		2.43
	1.5		2.5
	1.49		2.38

Latest Results

23.02.26 Lamar Cardinals basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 52:53
21.02.26 Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 81:78
16.02.26 Houston Christian Huskies basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 72:68
14.02.26 Incarnate Word Cardinals basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 83:91
09.02.26 Nicholls State Colonels basketball – University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros basketball – 72:92

23.02.26 Southeastern Louisiana Lions basketball – Texas A&M-CC Islanders basketball – 68:73
21.02.26 Southeastern Louisiana Lions basketball – University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros basketball – 75:96
16.02.26 East Texas A&M Lions basketball – Southeastern Louisiana Lions basketball – 70:53
14.02.26 Northwestern State Demons basketball – Southeastern Louisiana Lions basketball – 69:66
09.02.26 Southeastern Louisiana Lions basketball – Incarnate Word Cardinals basketball – 74:62

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Nicholls State won 3.

Nicholls State has been quite unpredictable recently (last 5 games: 2 wins).

SE Louisiana has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Recently, Nicholls State has had a series of away games.

Nicholls State could have a small edge in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Nicholls State won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 1430:1375. (average 71.5:68.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Nicholls State won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 757:708. (average 68.8:64.4).

Latest Head To Head

24.01.26 Southeastern Louisiana Lions basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 67:61
15.02.25 Southeastern Louisiana Lions basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 84:81 OT
05.12.24 Nicholls State Colonels basketball – Southeastern Louisiana Lions basketball – 67:64
07.03.24 Southeastern Louisiana Lions basketball – Nicholls State Colonels basketball – 54:80
09.01.24 Nicholls State Colonels basketball – Southeastern Louisiana Lions basketball – 66:61

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.75 (15.45%)

2. Duke Blue Devils: 5 (14.68%)

3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.25 (13.98%)

4. Houston Cougars: 10.5 (6.99%)

5. Florida Gators: 11 (6.67%)

6. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.24%)

7. Connecticut Huskies: 14 (5.24%)

8. Iowa State: 15 (4.89%)

9. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.37%)

10. Purdue Boilermakers: 31 (2.37%)

11. Michigan State: 41 (1.79%)

12. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 41 (1.79%)

13. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.44%)

14. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.1%)

15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 67 (1.1%)

16. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.1%)

17. Louisville: 67 (1.1%)

18. Vanderbilt Commodores: 67 (1.1%)

19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.1%)

20. St. Johns Red Storm: 81 (0.91%)

21. North Carolina: 81 (0.91%)

22. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.58%)

23. Clemson: 126 (0.58%)

24. Brigham Young: 126 (0.58%)

25. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.58%)

26. Texas Tech: 151 (0.49%)

27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.49%)

28. St. Louis Billikens: 151 (0.49%)

29. NC State: 151 (0.49%)

30. UCF Knights: 201 (0.37%)

31. Texas A&M: 201 (0.37%)

32. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

33. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.29%)

34. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

35. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.29%)

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

37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

38. UCLA: 251 (0.29%)

39. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

40. Ohio State Buckeyes: 501 (0.15%)

41. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

42. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

43. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

44. USC Trojans: 501 (0.15%)

45. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

46. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

47. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

48. Virginia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

49. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

50. Baylor Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

51. Seton Hall Pirates: 1001 (0.07%)

52. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

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

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