The New Orleans Saints will wrap up the regular season on Sunday as they will be on the road to take on the Carolina Panthers. The Saints have locked up a spot in the playoffs but are still fighting for the number-one seed.  Linebacker Demario Davis says the team has been in a playoff mindset for weeks now and needs to win on Sunday.

Cut 27 (12) “the playoffs”

Alexandria will try to make history tonight when they take on top-seeded Acadiana for the 5A state championship.  A win would give the team their first state title in school history. Head Coach Thomas Bachmann says his team making it to the title game proves the doubters wrong.

Cut 28 (13) “be done”

The LSU men’s basketball team got a dominant win against the Texas A&M Aggies 77-54.  With Javonte Smart and Trendon Watford having quiet nights, the team turned to freshman Cam Thomas, who topped his career-high 29 points against Nicholls by pouring in 32 points last night.  Forward Darius Days had a double-double against the Aggies with 18 points and 10 rebounds.

While LSU has struggled on the glass this year, they managed to outrebound A&M 40-31.

The New Orleans Pelicans lost 111-86 to the Phoenix Suns last night.  The shots just weren’t falling for the Pels as the team was just 3-24 from three-point range and just 50 percent from the foul line.  Zion Williamson led the way offensively for New Orleans as he scored 20 points on 9-13 shooting.

Also, the Tulane men’s basketball game against Central Florida has been postponed.  Their next game is scheduled for Saturday against East Carolina.

The LSU men’s basketball team will start conference play tonight as they will host their SEC foe the Texas A&M Aggies in the PMAC at 6 p.m.  Both teams are 5-1 on the year, with LSU riding a 4 game winning streak heading into tonight’s contest.  Despite the Tigers’ recent success, Head coach Will Wade says there’s still some areas where the team needs to improve.

Cut 27 (14) “percentage basis”

It is unknown whether or not point guard Javonte Smart will be available for tonight’s game, he missed the game versus Nicholls due to Covid-19.

The New Orleans Pelicans are in action tonight as they travel to Phoenix to take on the Suns at 9 p.m.  New Orleans is 2-1 on the season and are looking for their second straight victory after defeating the San Antonio Spurs 98-95 in their most recent game.

New Orleans will need to play well defensively against a high-scoring suns team led by Devin Booker, who averages over 22 points per game.

Edna Karr has a chance to win its fifth straight state championship tonight as they take on top-seeded Carencro for the Class 4A title at 6 PM.

Karr is coming off a dominant 35-13 win over Easton back on December 18^th, their closest game of the playoffs. The Cougars clobbered Istrouma 70-19 in the second round back on December 4^th.  Karr head coach Brice Brown says the secret to their success has been staff continuity.

Cut 29 (11) “system”

On Monday, St. Thomas More beat De La Salle 35-28 to win the Division II championship.  LSU signee Jack Bech was named MVP of the game after reeling in 10 catches for 232 yards and a pair of scores.  2022 LSU QB commit Walker Howard threw for 381 yards and 4 touchdowns.

The LSU men’s basketball team will begin conference play tonight as they will host the Texas A&M Aggies in the PMAC.  Both teams are 5-1 so far this season, and while the Tigers have been efficient on the offensive end, they have struggled with rebounding this year.  Head coach Will Wade was critical of the team’s effort.

Cut 28 (14) “better there”

LSU is currently on a 4 game winning streak after taking down Nicholls St. 86-80 on Saturday.  The game is at 6 p.m.

The New Orleans Pelicans are in action tonight as they travel to Phoenix to take on the Suns at 9 p.m.  New Orleans is 2-1 on the season and are looking for their second straight victory after defeating the San Antonio Spurs 98-95.

Edna Karr is gunning for their fifth high school football state championship in a row tonight as they take on Carencro for the Class 4A title at 6 PM in Natchitoches.

Karr is coming off a dominant 35-13 win over Warren Easton back on December 18^th, their closest game of the playoffs.  Cougars head coach Brice Brown says his championship-winning teams all have one thing in common with this year’s group, they don’t quit.

Cut 11 (09) “quarters”

On Monday, St. Thomas More beat De La Salle 35-28 to win the Division II championship, Lafayette Christian took down St. Charles 12-7 for the Division III title, and Oak Grove won the 1A state title.

A couple of future LSU Tigers put on a show in last night’s Division Two state title game as St. Thomas More held off a determined De La Salle team to beat the Cavaliers 35-28 in Natchitoches. Cougar wide receiver and LSU signee Jack Beche (Besh) caught 10 passes for 232 yards and two touchdowns, while quarterback and LSU commit Walker Howard threw for 381 yards and four touchdowns. It’s the second straight title for S-T-M.

Oak Grove also went back-to-back winning the One-A title for the second year in a row as the Tigers topped Grand Lake 33-7. Oak Grove senior running back Ron Carten rushed for 191 yards and two touchdowns.

LSU signee Sage Ryan did not play, but Lafayette Christian still won its fourth straight championship as the Knights knocked off St. Charles Catholic 12-7.

Karr goes for a fifth straight Four-A title tonight as the Cougars face top-seeded Carencro at 6 PM. Before that it’s Ouachita Christian versus Calvary Baptist.

The Saints will close out the regular season this Sunday against Carolina at 3:25. New Orleans can get the top seed with a win, plus a Green Bay loss to Chicago and a Seattle victory over the 49ers.

Alvin Kamara’s NFL record tying six rushing touchdown performance versus the Vikings was a nice Christmas gift for many Saints fans. Quarterback Drew Brees says it also helped his son Baylen win his fantasy football league…
cut 30 (15) “…thanks to Alvin”

SEC play begins tonight for the LSU Tigers as they host Texas A-and-M at 6 PM. The Bayou Bengals enter league play averaging nearly 89 points a game, which ranks 16th nationally. Freshman Cam Thomas is leading the way as he’s averaging 23 points a game. Both LSU and and A-and-M are five and one, the Aggies are led by six-foot-seven forward Emmanuel Miller.

Oak Grove beat Grand Lake by a score of 33-7 to win the 1A state title.  Tigers senior running back Ron Craten ran for 191 yards and had 2 touchdowns.

The New Orleans Saints beat the Minnesota Vikings 52-33 in their Christmas Day matchup.  Saints Running Back Alvin Kamara tied an NFL record by scoring six touchdowns on the ground to go along with a career-high 155 yards rushing.  With this win on Friday, New Orleans improved to 11-4 on the season and clinched its fourth straight NFC South title.

The Saints will wrap up the regular season on Sunday as they will be on the road to take on the Carolina Panthers in a division matchup.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram has been named Western Conference Player of the week.  Ingram is averaging 26.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 6.7 assists through the first three games.

The Ragin Cajuns ended its football season on a high note as they beat UTSA 31-24 to win the First Responder Bowl.  The Cajuns were led offensively by their strong ground game, as running back Elijah Mitchell ran for 127 yards and a touchdown, while Trey Ragas had 98 yards and a touchdown of his own.  Quarterback Levi Lewis had 146 yards passing and 2 touchdowns.

With the victory over UTSA, the Ragin Cajuns finished the 2020 football season with a 10-1 record.

The LSU men’s basketball team returned to action against Nicholls St and grabbed an 86-80 win without Point Guard Javonte Smart to move to 5-1 on the year.  The Tigers were led in scoring once again by freshman Cam Thomas who poured in a career-high 29 points.  Trendon Watford had 22 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists.  Darius Days added 15 points and 8 rebounds.

LSU shot 55 percent from the floor as a team but struggled from three-point range, as they were 4-15 from behind the arc.  LSU has wrapped up the non-conference schedule and will begin SEC play on Tuesday against Texas A&M.

The New Orleans Saints beat the Minnesota Vikings 52-33 in a high-scoring Christmas Day matchup.  Saints Running Back Alvin Kamara tied an NFL record by scoring six touchdowns on the ground to go along with a career-high 155 yards rushing.  With this win on Friday, New Orleans improved to 11-4 on the season and clinched its fourth straight NFC South title.

The Saints will wrap up the regular season on Sunday as they will be on the road to take on the Carolina Panthers in an NFC South matchup.

Two Louisiana state champion football teams have been determined as Many took down Kinder 16-13 last night to grab the 2A state title and the Catholic High Bears cruise past Byrd 35-12 as they capture the Division I title.

There is also a number of state championship games that have yet to be played.  Today, in 1A, Oak Grove and Grand Lake will face off while De La Salle and St. Thomas More battle it out for the Division II title, and Lafayette Christian and St Charles will face off in the Division III finals.

The New Orleans Pelicans beat the San Antonio Spurs 98-95 to improve to 2-1 on the young season.  New Orleans was led by Brandon Ingram’s 28 point double-double.  Zion Williamson had a double-double as well, as he added 18 points and 11 rebounds.  Ingram is off to a hot start as he is averaging 26.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 6.7 assists through the first 3 games.

The Pelicans’ next game will be tomorrow night as they take on the Phoenix Suns.

The LSU men’s basketball team returned to action against Nicholls St and grabbed an 86-80 win without Point Guard Javonte Smart to move to 5-1 on the year.  The Tigers were led in scoring once again by freshman Cam Thomas who poured in a career-high 29 points.  Trendon Watford had 22 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists.  Darius Days added 15 points and 8 rebounds.

LSU shot 55 percent from the floor as a team but struggled from three-point range, as they were 4-15 from behind the arc.  LSU has wrapped up the non-conference schedule and will begin SEC play on Tuesday against Texas A&M.

Green Bay beat the Titans last night, but New Orleans still has a chance to earn the number one seed in the NFC playoffs. For that to happen, the Saints will need to beat Carolina on Sunday in the regular season finale, the Bears would need to defeat the Packers and Seattle would have to knock off the 49ers, which would set up a three-way tie for first place in the NFC. The Saints would win the tie breaker under that scenario. If Green Bay defeats Chicago then the Saints will miss out on the top seed.

The New Orleans Pelicans won their home opener as they defeated the San Antonio Spurs 98-95 last night. Brandon Ingram continued his strong start as he scored 28 points.

The Ragin Cajuns wrapped up a second straight double digit win season on Saturday as U-L Lafayette held off Texas San Antonio 31-24 in the SERVPro First Responder Bowl in Dallas. Elijah Mitchell rushed for 127 yards on 19 carries and a touchdown.
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At the Prep Football Classic in Natchitoches, Catholic High of Baton Rouge won its third state championship in six years as the Bears defeated Byrd 35-12. Landon O’ Connor rushed for two touchdowns, while freshman QB Daniel Beale tossed two touchdown passes.

Many won its first state title since 2014 with a 16-13 win over Kinder. Tylen Singleton’s 23 yard interception return for a touchdown in the 4th quarter was the winning score.

Today at 11 AM it’s the Class 1A state championship game between Grand Lake and Oak Grove. Grand Lake is in Cameron Parish and trying to win the school’s first title despite two devastating hurricanes. Grand Lake Coach Jeff Wainwright says the team has been an inspiration and escape for Cameron Parish residents…
cut 14 (12) “…cheering go”
Oak Grove is the defending one-a champs.

The Pelicans dropped to 1-1 on the season as they lost to Miami 111-98 today. New Orleans trailed by 13 points at halftime but were unable to come back. Zion Williamson had 32 points and 14 rebounds and Brandon Ingram had 28 points, but they didn’t get much help. Josh Hart was the only other double-digit scorer as he had 12 points. New Orleans will host San Antonio on Sunday for its home opener.

The LSU men’s basketball team returns to the court tomorrow for its first game in nearly two weeks as they’ll host Nicholls State. Since beating Sam Houston State, the Tigers have had three games postponed or canceled because of COVID-19. The Bayou Bengals were scheduled to take on Texas Southern tomorrow, but T-S-U can’t play because of COVID issues. The Colonels are also coming off a long lay off as they haven’t played in 25 days. Tip-off is at 1 PM.
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The Ragin Cajuns go after their tenth win of the season Saturday when they take on Texas San Antonio in the Servpro First Responder Bowl in Dallas. U-L Lafayette enters the game as co-champs of the Sun Belt. They were disappointed the conference title game was canceled because of COVID issues with Coastal Carolina, but Coach Billy Napier says his team is now focused on winning this bowl game…
Cut 14 (14) “…right way”
Kick-off is at 2:30 on A-B-C.

Glen Guilbeau for the USA Today Network reports that Cincinnati defensive coordinator Marcus Freeman has emerged as Coach Ed Orgeron’s top choice to replace Bo Pelini as defensive coordinator. The Bearkats are undefeated and ranked 11th in the nation in total defense. Former Vanderbilt coach Derek Mason has also been contacted.

The Saints look to win the NFC South today and avoid a three-game losing streak when they host the Vikings for a 3:30 kick-off. Minnesota is 6-8 and need a win to keep their faint playoff hopes alive. Saints Safety Malcolm Jenkins…
cut 12 (08) “…A-game
New Orleans has lost to the Vikings twice in the playoffs in recent history, both times Minnesota won on the final play.

The Pelicans are also in action today as they face the reigning Eastern Conference Champion Miami Heat. New Orleans looks to build off a season-opening win over the Raptors, while the Heat lost its season opener to the Magic. In the season-opening win versus Toronto, Brandon Ingram had 24 points and 11 assists, while Zion Williamson had 15 points and ten rebounds.

LSU basketball has scheduled a game versus Nicholls at 1 PM.

Glen Guilbeau for the USA Today Network reports that Cincincinnati defensive coordinator Marcus Freeman has emerged as Coach Ed Orgeron’s top choice to replace Bo Pelini as defensive coordinator. The Bearkats are undefeated and rank 11th in the nation in total defense. Former Vanderbilt coach Derek Mason has also been contacted.

The Ragin Cajuns will face U-T-S-A tomorrow in the Servpro First Responder Bowl in Dallas. The Roadrunners feature the Conference USA Player of the Year in Sincere McCormick, who has rushed for 13-hundred yards. Cajuns Coach Billy Napier says they must slow down McCormick…
cut 15 (15) “….success”
A win for the Cajuns gives them ten for the season. Kick-off is at 2:30 on A-B-C.