KATY, Texas (AP) — Jorge Rosa had 18 points as New Orleans narrowly beat Sam Houston State 79-76 in the semifinals of the Southland Conference Tourney on Friday.

Troy Green had 14 points for New Orleans (19-12). Damion Rosser added 11 points. Gerrale Gates had 11 points for New Orleans.

Josh Delaney had 20 points for the Bearkats (21-11). Kai Mitchell added 16 points and 12 rebounds. Cameron Delaney had 10 points and seven rebounds.

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