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After more than a decade without an official mascot, it appears the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns are finally preparing to put an end to that. According to Acadiana News First came out with this exclusive news, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette plans to unveil the Catahoula dog as its new official mascot. Throughout the football team's bye week, UL Athletics' social media accounts and university billboards have been teasing a major announcement, leaving fans across Acadiana wondering what is in store for next weekend's home game against South Alabama. The posts and billboards feature a large blue eye, accompanied by the words: "First look. Next game. See the legacy begin." While the university has yet to officially announce the new mascot, Acadiana News First reports that the Catahoula dog is expected to make its debut during the Cajuns' November 7 matchup against South Alabama. The Catahoula Leopard Dog is the official state dog of Louisiana, earning that distinction in 1979. The breed is named after Catahoula Parish and is recognized as the only dog breed historically originating in Louisiana, according to the National Association of Louisiana Catahoulas. Known for their distinctive coat patterns and striking glass eyes, Catahoulas are a unique representation of the state's heritage.

Team Stats (Kings @ Pelicans) Final Score: 120-132 Rebounds: 39-38 Assists: 30-32 Blocks: 2-6 Steals: 12-18 Turnovers: 25-21 Stat Leaders (Kings @ Pelicans) Scoring Leaders: Darius Acuff Jr., 34; Jeremiah Fears, 22, Zion Williamson, 22 Rebound Leaders: Domantas Sabonis, 15; Jeremiah Fears, 8 Assist Leaders: Darius Acuff Jr., 13; Jeremiah Fears, 13 My Player of the Game: Jeremiah Fears Takeaways Herb Jones got his first start of the season and he made the most of every mintue. Dejounte Murray was out for personal reasons as he was celebrating the birth of his son. Yves Missi and Jordan Poole were also out due to injuries. Zion Williamson continues to lead and look strong and fit through the early part of this season. Turnovers continued to plague the Pelicans as they had 21 to a team who is now 0-5 on the year. T his was the Pelicans first win of the season.  Follow The Kneaux on X , and follow me there too @SportsChrissy.

Team Stats (Nuggets at Pelicans) Final Score: 104-91 Rebounds: 42-41 Assists: 30-20 Blocks: 5-3 Steals: 11-14 Turnovers: 17-19 Stat Leaders Scoring Leaders: Zion Williamson, 25; Jamal Murray, 23 Rebound Leaders: Derik Queen, 12; Nikola Jokic, 13 Assist Leaders: Dejounte Murray, 5; Nikola Jokic, 10 My Player of the Game: Zion Williamson Chrissy's Key Takeaways * When the Pelicans played the Nuggets last week, they gave up 141 points. This time they only gave up 104, but they only shot 23% from three-point line so the Nuggets dominated from the beginning. * The Pelicans were outscored 37-18 in the first quarter and never had the lead. * Zion Williamson had his best game of the year, and even knocked down a three-pointer to close the gap to five points, but then two turnovers in a row by other Pelicans players extended Denver's lead to 10 points. * Derik Queen spoke after the game and was clearly frustrated with the results of the season so far.  Follow @TheKneaux on X, and follow me there too, @SportsChrissy.

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