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LSU basketball head coach Johnny Jones speaks to a referee during the Tigers' 61-69 loss to the Bulldogs in the PMAC.

Opinion: LSU basketball needs better attendance for success

By Tommy Romanach November 6, 2014

Changing the culture and relevancy of a team doesn’t happen overnight. It is a long process requiring a new leader, improved recruiting and a rising interest in fans to make the change a reality....

LSU freshman forward Jordan Mickey (25) moves past a Texas A&M defender Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014 during the Tigers' 68-49 victory against the Aggies in the PMAC.

LSU basketball opens season with exhibition game against Morehouse

By Michael Haarala November 6, 2014

On Friday night, the LSU men’s basketball team will get a fresh start. When the Tigers take on Morehouse at 7 p.m. on Friday, they’ll begin their quest improve on a 20-14 season with fresh...

Bethel, Moncrief, Deemer lead Lady Tigers to 93-71 victory over Loyola-New Orleans

By Brian Pellerin November 5, 2014

The LSU women’s basketball team defeated Loyola-New Orleans 93-71 in its first exhibition game of the 2014-2015 season thanks to big games from three Lady Tigers. Junior guard Akilah Bethel opened...

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LSU student assistant Ronald Dupree brings NBA experience while finishing degree

By Michael Haarala November 5, 2014

For LSU basketball student assistant coach Ronald Dupree, it took a journey around the world to end up right where he started. After a career that took him through the NBA and overseas to Europe and Asia,...

LSU women's basketball junior guard, Danielle Ballard (32), participates in Basketball Bayou Madness in the PMAC on Friday, October 17.

Danielle Ballard suspended indefinitely

By Morgan Prewitt November 5, 2014

According to LSU women’s basketball coach Nikki Caldwell, junior guard Danielle Ballard has been suspended indefinitely from game competition. Ballard will be allowed to practice with the team during...

LSU freshman guard Raigyne Moncrief (11) jumps toward the basket Sunday, Feb. 16, 2014 during the Tigers' 57-73 loss to South Carolina in the PMAC.

LSU women’s basketball takes on Loyola in first exhibition of the season

By Morgan Prewitt November 4, 2014

All eyes will be on sophomore guard Raigyne Moncrief when the LSU’s women’s basketball team steps onto the court for its first exhibition against Loyola-New Orleans at 7 p.m. tonight in the...

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LSU women’s basketball transfer Akilah Bethel ready to contribute after sitting out last season

By Brian Pellerin October 30, 2014

LSU junior guard Akilah Bethel is expected to get her first minutes for the Lady Tigers this season, but it won’t be her first experience on the floor with LSU. In November 2012, the LSU women’s...

LSU sophomore guard Danielle Ballard (32) shoots the ball Tuesday, March 25, 2014, during the Lady Tigers' 76-67 win against West Virginia in the PMAC.

LSU women’s basketball to rely on Danielle Ballard this season

By Brian Pellerin October 27, 2014

In each of the past two seasons, the LSU women’s basketball team has advanced to the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA tournament. This would be considered a major success for most teams or players, but...

LSU freshman guard Raigyne Moncrief (11) attempts a lay up Thursday, Jan. 30, 2014 during the Lady Tigers' 65-56 victory against Mississippi State in the PMAC.

LSU women’s basketball striving to cultivate new leaders

By Morgan Prewitt October 23, 2014

Last year, seniors Jeanne Kenney, Shanece McKinney and Theresa Plaisance led the LSU women’s basketball team on both ends of the floor. Coming into this season, the Lady Tigers are looking for ways...

LSU head women's basketball coach Nikki Caldwell answers questions Sunday, March 23, 2014, following the Tigers' 98-78 win against Georgia Tech in the PMAC.

LSU Board of Supervisors proposes to lower women’s basketball ticket prices

By Brian Pellerin October 22, 2014

Season ticket prices for the LSU women’s basketball team are set to be lowered if a proposal is approved by the LSU Board of Supervisors at its meeting Friday. The amendment would lower the cost...

LSU basketball head coach Johnny Jones speaks to a referee during the Tigers' 61-69 loss to the Bulldogs in the PMAC.

LSU men’s basketball coach Johnny Jones set to receive raise, extension

By Jack Chascin October 22, 2014

LSU men’s basketball coach Johnny Jones is set to receive a two-year contract extension and a $400,000 per year raise pending approval by the LSU Board of Supervisors at its meeting Friday, according...

LSU freshman forward Jarell Martin (12) prepares to take a free throw Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014 during the Tigers' 68-49 victory against Texas A&M in the PMAC.

LSU basketball looks to improve on free throws from 2013-14

By Michael Haarala October 20, 2014

Last season, LSU had two free throw shooters over 70 percent in guard Andre Stringer and forward Shavon Coleman. But with the pair gone from the Tigers’ program, new players must step up and fill...