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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 men’s basketball sophomores Jordan Mickey and Jarrell Martin named to All-Sophomore Teams

By Jack Chascin August 25, 2014

LSU men's basketball players Jordan Mickey and Jarrell Martin have both been named to Athlon Sports' All-Sophomore teams for the 2014-15 season. Mickey was named to the first team while Martin was named...

Former Tiger teammates remember Derenbecker

Former Tiger teammates remember Derenbecker

August 10, 2014

As roommates during their freshmen seasons at LSU, Andre Stringer and Matt Derenbecker faced a problem common to most first-year college students — there was no food in their house. Luckily, Derenbecker...

Pete Maravich

Where’s Pete?: Nonexistent statue of Pete Maravich sparks debate

July 9, 2014

In his official letterhead on Thursday,July 3rd, Gov. Bobby Jindal openly asked the University why there is not a statue of Pete Maravich on campus, a question Pistol Pete fans have been raising since...

LSU junior guard Keith Hornsby (4) participates in a dunk competition Thursday as a part of Bayou Madness in the PMAC

Time to Shine: After long journey, Hornsby ready to prove himself

July 7, 2014

In basketball, any great shooter must have patience to perfect their shot. A player will take shot after shot in practice, tinkering with their technique, adjusting their footwork and simulating in their...

LSU head basketball coach Johnny Jones (center) poses with seniors Andre Stringer (right) and Shavon Coleman (left) on Saturday, March 8, 2014 before LSU's 61-69 loss to Georgia in the PMAC.

Jones deserves praise for offseason decisions

June 30, 2014

Johnny Jones has faced his fair share of criticism in the last four months. The LSU men’s basketball coach’s second year at the helm was largely viewed as a disappointment. Armed with a top...

O’Bryant picked by Bucks in NBA Draft

June 30, 2014

The Milwaukee Bucks selected former LSU forward Johnny O’Bryant III in the second round of the 2014 NBA Draft last Thursday night at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. O’Bryant, who was...

Patrick named assistant head coach for men’s basketball

June 25, 2014

Just one week after bringing in former NBA coach Eric Musselman, LSU men’s basketball coach Johnny Jones made another move to solidify his staff. Jones announced Tuesday his promotion of David Patrick...

Musselman to join basketball staff

June 18, 2014

Eric Musselman had many intriguing job offers to choose from before he reached his decision. The recent Arizona State assistant coach could have returned to the NBA where he was a head coach for three...

LSU junior guard Anthony Hickey (1) shoots the ball Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014 during the Tigers' 68-49 victory against Texas A&M in the PMAC.

Hickey eligible to play at Okla. State

June 16, 2014

The NCAA approved a waiver granting former LSU guard Anthony Hickey eligibility to play for Oklahoma State for the 2014-2015 season, the university announced Monday. Hickey retained immediate eligibility...

LSU junior guard Anthony Hickey (1) shoots the ball Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014 during the Tigers' 68-49 victory against Texas A&M in the PMAC.

Hickey, Morgan, Hammink not returning to LSU

By Chandler Rome May 13, 2014

Senior guard Anthony Hickey, a three-year starter at point guard, was among three players who will not return to the LSU basketball program, coach Johnny Jones announced Tuesday. Hickey, junior forward...

LSU head basketball coach Johnny Jones (center) poses with seniors Andre Stringer (right) and Shavon Coleman (left) on Saturday, March 8, 2014 before LSU's 61-69 loss to Georgia in the PMAC.

Inconsistency plagues Jones’ second season

By Chandler Rome May 4, 2014

With expectations higher and a clear talent upgrade from year one, Johnny Jones’ second season went much like his first. A marquee home win was overshadowed by befuddling road losses. Junior forward...

LSU women's basketball head coach Nikki Caldwell celebrates with assistant coach Tasha Butts and freshman guard Jasmine Rhodes on Tuesday, March 25, 2014 after the Tigers' 76-67 victory against West Virginia in the PMAC.

Up-and-down season ends with Sweet 16 appearance

By Tommy Romanach May 4, 2014

The LSU women’s basketball team’s 2014 season has to be told in three different parts. First came a rise to prominence, then a tumultuous fall from grace and finally a resurrection of the team...