NEW ORLEANS (AP) — In an electrifying matchup that went down to the wire, Northwestern State emerged victorious, taking down New Orleans 73-66 on a thrilling Saturday night.
Micah Thomas was the star of the show, leading his team to victory with an impressive 23-point performance that left fans on the edge of their seats.
The game was a closely contested affair from the opening tip, with both teams trading baskets and playing tenacious defense.
Northwestern State came out strong, with Thomas setting the tone early on, knocking down shots from all over the court and showing off his impressive range.
New Orleans refused to back down, however, and the two teams engaged in a back-and-forth battle that saw multiple lead changes throughout the first half.
As the game wore on, Northwestern State began to pull away, with Thomas continuing to shine and his teammates stepping up to provide crucial support.
Despite a late surge from New Orleans, Northwestern State held firm, closing out the game with a 73-66 victory that sent their fans into raptures.
The win was a huge boost for Northwestern State, who will look to carry the momentum from this upset into their future games.
For Thomas, it was a night to remember, as he put on a show and cemented his status as one of the top players in the league.
As for New Orleans, they will have to regroup and bounce back from the tough loss, but they can take heart from their brave performance and the fact that they pushed a talented Northwestern State team to the limit.