Privateers Fight Off UCA

Dixon: 20 points, 7 rebounds

New Orleans (9-10, 6-5) opened a small but consistent lead throughout the second half and were able to hold off host Central Arkansas, 88-79, to complete a 4-1 road trip. Senior Cory Dixon paced the Privateers with 20 points in the winning effort.

UNO will finally return home to Lakefront Arena this Thursday for a rematch with Nicholls, who defeated them 88-83 in the league opener.

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