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LSU freshman guard Skylar Mays (4) dunks the ball during the Tigers' 91-69 win against Wofford on November 12, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

LSU’s ‘new guys’ help Tigers cruise past Wofford

By Josh Thornton November 12, 2016

Skylar Mays ran back down the court in frustration. Mays, a Baton Rouge native, missed his first three shot attempts, two of which were layups he was unable to convert right under the hoop, but LSU coach...

LSU sophomore guard Antonio Blakeney (2) scans the floor during the Tigers' 113-80 win over Reinhardt on November 7, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Pregame warm-up: LSU kicks off hoops season versus Wofford

By Josh Thornton November 12, 2016

Who: LSU vs. Wofford When: 1 p.m. tipoff Where: PMAC, SECNetwork+ Listen: LSU Sports Radio Network, 98.1 FM What to watch forDefensive improvement: After allowing 80 points in an exhibition game versus...

LSU sophomore guard Antonio Blakeney (2) shoots a lay up during the Tigers' 113-80 win over Reinhardt on November 7, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

LSU focusing on defense ahead of sharpshooting Wofford for season-opener Saturday

By Christian Boutwell November 10, 2016

Improvements are being made, Antonio Blakeney said. The sophomore scorer said LSU will be better than its strenuous 19-win, 14-loss season last year. How? “Defense, definitely,” the guard said....

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LSU cruises past Reinhardt in exhibition game, open season Saturday

By Christian Boutwell November 7, 2016

LSU coach Johnny Jones didn’t prioritize winning or losing, but he sure didn’t mind LSU’s 113-80 win against the NAIA’s Reinhardt (4-1). “Glad we had an opportunity to get...

LSU mens basketball Head Coach Johnny Jones paces the sidline during the LSU 96-91 victory against the Florida Gators on Saturday Feb. 27, 2016, in the PMAC.

Exhibition pre-game: LSU vs. Reinhardt

By Christian Boutwell November 7, 2016

Who: LSU vs. Reinhardt (4-0)When: 7 p.m. tipoffWhere: PMAC, SECNetwork+Listen: LSU Sports Radio Network, 98.1 FMWhat to watch for Young guys: LSU's team will have a new look, beginning Monday night in...

LSU sophomore guard Antonio Blakeney (2) answers a question from a reporter on October 12, 2016 in the University Basketball Practice Facility.

LSU motivated by No. 12 ranking in SEC media preseason poll

By Seth Nieman November 1, 2016

When LSU coach Johnny Jones, Antonio Blakeney and Brandon Sampson returned from Southeastern Conference Media Day on Oct. 19, they knew the Tigers had something to prove. LSU was ranked No. 12 out of the...

LSU sophomore forward Aaron Epps (21) makes a lay up during the Tigers' 90-81 victory against Ole Miss on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2016 in the PMAC.

Aaron Epps earns increased role after two-year waiting period

By Jacob Hamilton October 26, 2016

Aaron Epps waited his turn. Two years in a front court stacked with NBA talent necessitated that waiting period. Backing up first-round pick Jarell Martin and the NBA’s first-overall pick Ben Simmons...

LSU junior guard Jalyn Patterson (11) awaits a reporter's question on October 12, 2016 in the University Basketball Practice Facility.

Mays, Patterson highlight point guard competition during preseason

By Seth Nieman October 25, 2016

LSU coach Johnny Jones hasn’t put together his starting five quite yet — the point guard position is still in contention. Freshman Skylar Mays and junior Jalyn Patterson are competing for the...

LSU junior forward Duop Reath (1) talks to reporters on October 12, 2016 in the University Basketball Practice Facility.

LSU offense to feature increased ball movement, more scoring opportunities

By Jacob Hamilton October 13, 2016

Scoring was second nature for Johnny Jones’ LSU basketball team during its 2015-16 campaign. The Tigers ranked second in the Southeastern Conference in scoring with 78.8 points per game, trailing...

LSU Men's Basketball Head Coach Johnny Jones listens to a reporter's question on October 12, 2016 in the University Basketball Practice Facility.

LSU basketball weeks away from opening 2016-17 season

By Seth Nieman October 12, 2016

The LSU basketball team is preparing for its first season following the departure of Ben Simmons, Tim Quarterman and other seniors, and coach Johnny Jones sees no reason why this team shouldn’t improve. “The...

LSU junior guard Branden Jenkins (10) is interviewed during media day on October 12, 2016 in the University Basketball Practice Facility.

‘It’s an everyday process’: Branden Jenkins not rushing return, Tigers’ injuries subsiding

By Christian Boutwell October 12, 2016

Branden Jenkins now knows Louisiana to be a little “slower” than Chicago. Wednesday, during LSU’s annual in-house media day, Jenkins touted the differences between Chicago, his former...

Brandon Rachal makes commitment to LSU, becomes second player in Tigers’ 2017 class

By Christian Boutwell October 12, 2016

LSU adds another star to its 2017 recruiting class. Four-star combo guard/forward Brandon Rachal committed to LSU Wednesday, roughly two hours before LSU coach Johnny Jones is scheduled to meet with the...