KATY, Texas (AP) - Scott Plaisance Jr. posted 16 points and seven rebounds as New Orleans narrowly beat Lamar 76-72 in the Southland Conference Tourney quarterfinals on Thursday.

Bryson Robinson had 17 points for New Orleans (18-12). Jorge Rosa added 13 points.

Nick Garth had 28 points for the Cardinals (20-13). Davion Buster added 14 points. Josh Nzeakor had 12 points and 11 rebounds.

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