Louisiana men’s basketball entered Saturday’s Sun Belt Conference matchup at 1-2 in league play, welcoming Southern Miss to the Cajundome for a rematch looking to gain ground in the standings.
The first half was tightly contested as Dorian Finister and De’Vion Lavergne set the tone early for the Cajuns. The duo combined for 31 points, helping Louisiana keep pace heading into the break.
Lavergne, who finished with a team-high 18 points, said his confidence has grown since the teams’ first meeting earlier this season…