Rivalry paused for a season
Tulane University and Louisiana State University’s New Orleans campus announced that they will not schedule a men’s basketball game during the 2025‑26 season, effectively putting their long‑standing rivalry on hold.
The decision comes after two consecutive seasons in which LSU New Orleans secured victories, including an 85‑63 win in the most recent meeting last year.
Both programs finished the previous campaign with modest records; LSU New Orleans ended at 18‑15 while Tulane concluded at 15‑18, reflecting a competitive but uneven series.
Tulane’s non‑conference slate for the upcoming year lists opponents such as Nicholls, Louisiana Tech, ULM, LSU, and Dillard University, indicating the Green Wave will seek other matchups while the rivalry rests.
Coaches and analysts suggest the pause could provide both teams with an opportunity to reshape their schedules and perhaps rekindle the series in the future, depending on how the next season unfolds.
Looking ahead
The coming months will be closely watched by fans who have followed the back‑and‑forth contests, as the two schools evaluate the best path forward for their programs.