Overview
- Simas Lukosius and Jizzle James each scored 19 points, leading Cincinnati to a decisive win over Nicholls State.
- The Bearcats excelled defensively, blocking 14 shots and holding Nicholls to 30% shooting from the field.
- Dillon Mitchell contributed 12 points and nine rebounds, continuing to impact the game after transferring from Texas.
- Despite missing key player Dan Skillings Jr. due to a knee injury, Cincinnati maintained strong rebounding and shooting accuracy.
- Next, Cincinnati will face Northern Kentucky, while Nicholls State will host Towson.