UL Monroe defeats Louisiana-Lafayette 66-59

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Nika Metskhvarishvili with the massive block at the rim

Nika Metskhvarishvili with the massive block at the rim


MONROE, La. -- — Nika Metskhvarishvili had 17 points in UL Monroe's 66-59 win against Louisiana-Lafayette on Thursday night.

Metskhvarishvili had eight rebounds for the Warhawks (11-15, 6-9 Sun Belt Conference). Jerry Ngopot scored 15 points while going 5 of 9 and 5 of 6 from the free throw line. Tyreese Watson had 13 points and was 3 of 6 shooting and 7 of 9 from the free throw line.

Hosana Kitenge led the way for the Ragin' Cajuns (17-11, 9-6) with 16 points and nine rebounds. Brandon Hardy added 13 points and two steals for Louisiana-Lafayette. In addition, Kobe Julien had 13 points.

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