Zeno leads New Orleans to 69-63 win over McNeese State (Feb 09, 2017)

By AP
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LAKE CHARLES, La. (AP) Michael Zeno had 15 points, seven rebounds and three steals as New Orleans pulled away in the final minutes to beat McNeese State 69-63 on Thursday night.

The victory keeps New Orleans (14-9, 9-3) atop the Southland Conference standings. The Privateers moved into a tie with Sam Houston State after SHSU lost to Abilene Christian on Saturday. The Bearkats battled Lamar on Thursday night.

Zeno hit 6 of 9 field goal attempts. Erik Thomas and Jorge Rosa added 14 points apiece for the Privateers.

McNeese State led 33-29 at the break. Rosa, who made four treys in the game, nailed two straight, Zeno followed with a dunk, Rosa had a layup and added another from distance for a 49-41 lead with 11:16 remaining. The Cowboys failed to close the gap.

Jamaya Burr had 13 points to lead McNeese State (7-16, 4-8). Lance Potier added 11 with 10 rebounds.