How bout those Pelicans? It was a nice group effort by New Orleans last night who are now five games above .500 for the first time all season following a 101-96 victory in Charlotte. The Pels are just one game behind fifth place Oklahoma City in the NBA West. They will look to extend their four-game home win streak tomorrow tonight hosting Houston.

Last night in college hoops, Southeastern was knocked out of its share of first place in the Southland following a 75-65 loss to Sam Houston State. The Lions entered the game tied with Nicholls atop the conference standings. The Colonels, meanwhile, took over the top spot after fighting off Lamar to pick up a 79-74 win last night. UNO topped Northwestern State 73-67.

Saints General Manager Mickey Loomis told reporters covering the Senior Bowl in Mobile that they want Drew Brees to remain their quarterback and will get going on his contract extension soon.

After winning by double digits in two games in Texas last week, the Ragin Cajuns basketball team is back home tonight to host South Alabama. Coach Bob Marlin’s team is 7-0 in the Sun Belt, but there’s still areas of improvement, especially based on what happened in the Lone Star state…:
Cut 16 (18) “in that area”
The Cajuns are 17-3 overall and they are the only team in the Sun Belt with an undefeated league record.

Also today, Tulane hosts South Florida.

LSU has named one of its legendary players as Director of Player Development. Kevin Faulk, the school’s all-time leading rusher and three-time Super Bowl champion, will work with student-athletes on academic direction, social development and overall quality of life.