Knights Look to Sweep Huston-Tillotson

Game Preview: SUNO Men's Basketball at Huston-Tillotson
Thursday, January 15 | 7:30 p.m. | Austin, Texas | WATCH LIVE

The Southern University at New Orleans men's basketball team looks to get back on track Thursday night when the Knights travel to Austin, Texas, to face Huston-Tillotson University. Tipoff is set for 7:30 p.m., and fans can watch the game live on Urban Edge Network: https://urbanedgenetwork.net/watch/5964.

SUNO enters the contest at 6-11 overall and 4-2 in HBCU Athletic Conference play, while Huston-Tillotson comes in 6-8 overall and has struggled to find consistency in conference action despite playing solid basketball at home.

Caleb Williams goes up for a layup.

Bouncing Back After Tougaloo

The Knights are coming off a 94-74 loss at Tougaloo on January 10, a game that got away from SUNO due to turnovers and second-chance opportunities. While the outcome was disappointing, the loss highlighted areas SUNO will look to sharpen as conference play continues.

For SUNO, getting back on the winning track starts on the defensive end. At their best, the Knights are an active, physical defensive team that disrupts rhythm, forces contested shots, and limits clean looks from the perimeter. SUNO has shown the ability to guard multiple positions, generate steals, and protect the paint—key elements that allow them to control tempo rather than getting pulled into a fast, turnover-heavy game.

Defense Dictates the Pace

SUNO's defensive identity will be critical on the road. When the Knights defend without fouling and finish possessions with rebounds, they are able to slow the pace, set up their half-court offense, and play through their strengths inside. Strong ball pressure on the perimeter, coupled with disciplined help defense, will be essential against an HTU team that looks to capitalize on mistakes and get to the free-throw line.

By limiting transition opportunities and forcing Huston-Tillotson to score over a set defense, SUNO can dictate the flow of the game and keep control for long stretches.

SUNO Leaders and Keys

Offensively, SUNO averages more than 74 points per game, with balance across the lineup.

• Dorian "Pop" Booker continues to anchor the Knights on both ends of the floor, providing efficient scoring in the paint while also being a key rim protector and rebounder defensively.
• Jaylon Hicks and Caleb Williams give SUNO scoring punch and shot-making from the perimeter, while also taking on key defensive assignments.
• Ball movement remains a strength for the Knights, especially when their defense fuels clean offensive possessions.

Huston-Tillotson Outlook

Huston-Tillotson averages just over 71 points per game and relies heavily on effort plays, free throws, and defensive pressure. 

• Jaylen Streeter leads the Rams in scoring and is effective attacking the basket.
• Caleb Campbell serves as the primary playmaker, while Shannon Robinson and Kemondreon Cansler provide interior toughness and shot-blocking. 

HTU will look to speed the game up, force turnovers, and use its home-court energy to create momentum.

What to Watch

For SUNO, Thursday night is about returning to its defensive principles. If the Knights can:

• Defend with discipline,
• Win the rebounding battle,
• Turn stops into efficient offensive possessions,

they'll put themselves in position to earn a key road conference win. With the HBCUAC race tightening, this matchup represents an important opportunity for SUNO to reassert itself and regain momentum as conference play continues.

For the team's schedule, visit sunoathletics.com.

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