Conference finals roundup: McNeese ends 22-year NCAA drought

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Shahada Wells poured in 27 points and dished out six assists to lead McNeese to a 92-76 win over Nicholls on Wednesday in the Southland Conference final at Lake Charles, La.

The Cowboys (30-3) are headed back to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2002. The Colonels (20-14) were aiming for their first NCAA appearance since 1998.

Javohn Garcia scored 19 points and