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Men's Basketball

LSU men's basketball senior Xavier Pinson (1) high fives sophomore forward Tari Eason (13) after he makes a jump shot Monday, Nov. 22, 2021, during LSU's 83-53 win over Belmont in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge, La.

Column: Does Pinson’s return to the floor spell the reignition of LSU’s promising season?

By Henry Huber February 9, 2022

The Tigers were dealt a heavy blow just weeks ahead of their opening game against Louisiana Monroe when Illinois transfer Adam Miller suffered a torn ACL in practice. Miller was expected to play a prominent...

LSU men’s basketball freshman center Efton Reid III (15) attempts a lay-up Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022, during LSU’s 70-64 win against Texas A&M in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on North Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.

Xavier Pinson’s return leads LSU men’s hoops to much needed win over Texas A&M

By Peter Rauterkus February 8, 2022

Coming off a three game losing streak and losing six of its last seven games, LSU men's basketball picked itself off the mat with a 76-68 win against Texas A&M.Xavier Pinson was back in the starting...

LSU men’s basketball head coach Will Wade claps after the LSU men’s basketball team steals the ball Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022, during LSU’s 70-64 win against Texas A&M in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on North Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La

Buzzer Beater: Tigers keep the Aggies’ late game surges at bay, claim a victory in Pinson’s return

By Henry Huber February 8, 2022

The return of Pinson to the starting lineup and extended playing time brought the outcome that many fans hoped for, with the senior leader providing the team with a sense of chemistry that the team has...

LSU men’s basketball sophomore forward Mwani Wilkinson (5) and freshman forward Bradley Ezewiro (21) gather around their teammates Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, during LSU’s 84-59 win against Texas State in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on North Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.

A Tale of Two Halves: LSU’s performance against Vanderbilt mirrors loss to Ole Miss

By Henry Huber February 6, 2022

The Tigers’ last two losses can be summed up in basically the same description: They played horribly in the first half, going down by over 20 points, before steadily working their way to...

LSU head coach Will Wade reacts to play during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Tennessee Saturday, Jan. 22, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. Tennessee won 64-50. (AP Photo/Wade Payne)

Buzzer Beater: LSU falls on the road to Vanderbilt

By Peter Rauterkus February 5, 2022

LSU men’s basketball dropped its third game in a row after an embarrassing 75-66 loss against Vanderbilt. Once again, LSU lacked the firepower on offense to stay in the game and Vanderbilt made the...

The Daily Reveille Vol. 73 1968-69 shows a picture of Pete Maravich in the sports section of the paper Feb. 2, 2022, in Baton Rouge, La.

‘Pistol’ Pete Maravich, greatest scorer in NCAA history, leaves legacy at LSU

By Jacob Verdin February 2, 2022

“Pistol Pete" Maravich was a man before his time, and his legacy will live on through records, infamous moments and psychic-like predictions.   Maravich called several places home throughout...

LSU men's basketball head coach Will Wade yells in frustration after a call is made against LSU Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, during LSU’s 65-58 loss against Arkansas in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on North Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.

Sloppy first half, missed opportunities result in excruciating loss for LSU basketball

By Henry Huber @HenryHuber_ February 1, 2022

After a tough stretch of the schedule that featured key injuries, strong opposition and questionable officiating, many fans expected a break from the stress with most key players back from injury...

LSU men’s basketball junior forward Shareef O’Neal (24) helps up LSU men’s basketball freshman forward Alex Fudge (3) Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022, during LSU’s 70-64 win against Texas A&M in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on North Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.

Buzzer Beater: LSU falls to Ole Miss

By Peter Rauterkus February 1, 2022

LSU falls to/beats Ole Miss in what turned out to be a thriller of a college basketball game by a score of 77-72.The Tigers got in a hole early, trailing by as much as 24 points in the first half. LSU...

LSU men's basketball head coach Will Wade speaks to LSU men's basketball freshman center Efton Reid (15) Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, during LSU’s 65-58 loss against Arkansas in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on North Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.

Three quick takeaways from LSU men’s basketball’s disappointing road loss against TCU

By Peter Rauterkus January 29, 2022

It was another disappointing outing for LSU men’s basketball as the Tigers took another loss on the road, this time against TCU in the SEC/Big 12 Challenge. Here are three quick takeaways: LSU had...

LSU men's basketball head coach Will Wade coaches players on the court Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022, during LSU’s 65-58 loss against Arkansas in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center on North Stadium Drive in Baton Rouge, La.

Buzzer Beater: LSU men’s basketball falls to TCU on the road losing 77-68

By Peter Rauterkus January 29, 2022

LSU men's basketball picks up yet another disappointing loss, falling to TCU 77-68.  The Tigers had its worst defensive game of the season, giving up a season-high 77 points. LSU had issues all game...

LSU forward Alex Fudge (3) reacts with guard Justice Williams (11) during the first half an NCAA college basketball game against Texas A&M in Baton Rouge, La., Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton)

LSU men’s basketball snaps losing streak, despite dealing with injuries and foul trouble

By Henry Huber January 27, 2022

The Tigers faced off Wednesday night against Texas A&M, a team that had recently given No. 12 Kentucky and Arkansas runs for their money. A&M started SEC play 4-0 and was not a team to mess...

LSU forward Alex Fudge (3) reacts with guard Justice Williams (11) during the first half an NCAA college basketball game against Texas A&M in Baton Rouge, La., Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton)

Buzzer Beater: Tigers finish strong, defeat the Aggies 70-64

By Henry Huber @HenryHuber_ January 26, 2022

The Tigers started off slow, shooting just 20% through the first four minutes of the game. With Xavier Pinson and Darius Days out, the Tigers were forced to create a new lineup, starting Tari Eason, Alex...