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LSU freshman forward Naz Reid (0) drives to the basket during the Tigers’ 97-91 victory over UNC Greensboro in the PMAC on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.

Column: Men’s basketball team once again capturing excitement from fans and media

By Chris Caldarera | @caldarera11 November 13, 2018

Each year, many of LSU’s athletic teams begin their respective seasons with the same themes plastered on every sports article and social media timeline.Players hear the pundits talk about how...

LSU sophomore guard Tremont Waters (3) carries the ball down the floor during the Tigers’ 97-91 victory over UNC Greensboro in the PMAC on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.

‘Idols become your rivals’: Tremont Waters not going to be starstruck by Memphis coach Penny Hardaway

By Brandon Adam | @badam___ November 12, 2018

LSU's Tremont Waters doesn't know much about Memphis, one of the more storied programs in college basketball, but he does know about the school's new basketball head coach — Penny Hardaway. Hardaway...

LSU junior forward Ayana Mitchell (5) pulls up for three during the Lady Tigers’ 66-52 victory over Sam Houston in the PMAC on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018.

LSU defeats Northern Colorado 62-57 behind Ayana Mitchell’s double-double

By Kerrell Robinson | @kerrell9 November 11, 2018

The LSU women's basketball team is undefeated after the first week of play following Sunday’s 62-57 win over the University of Northern Colorado. In the season’s opener against Sam Houston...

LSU guard Khayla Pointer (03) dribbles the ball during the Tigers' 52-66 win over Sam Houston on Tueday, Nov. 6, 2018 in the PMAC.

LSU women’s basketball honors Hometown Heroes after summer participation in ‘Fourth Quarter Fridays’

By Kennedi Landry | @landryyy14 November 11, 2018

The LSU women's basketball team on Sunday honored "hometown heroes" including policemen, firemen, first responders and other servicemen who risk their lives to protect others.  The team has a special...

LSU forward Naz Reid (0) holds the ball during the Tigers' 94-63 win against Southeastern on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, in the PMAC.

LSU holds on to defeat UNC-Greensboro 97-91 behind Naz Reid’s offensive production

By Glen West | @glenwest21 November 9, 2018

A dominant performance on the glass and a near perfect Naz Reid were the driving forces behind an LSU 97-91 defeat of UNC-Greensboro. Despite giving up a record-tying 19 threes by an opponent in the PMAC,...

LSU forward Emmitt Williams (24) dunks the ball during the Tigers' 94-63 win against Southeatern on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, in the PMAC.

Taylor, Williams bring energy, excitement to LSU basketball

By Brandon Adam | @badam___ November 9, 2018

It’s not every day that fans see a basketball player jump clean over a defender in a live game. But Marlon Taylor isn’t an everyday player. A junior college transfer, Taylor is now a key perimeter...

LSU men's basketball hold up fours in honor of Wayde Sims during the Tigers' 94-63 win against Southeatern on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, in the PMAC.

Forever 44: LSU basketball continues to remember teammate Wayde Sims

By Brandon Adam | @badam___ November 7, 2018

No one moved or said a word as a tribute video of the late Wayde Sims played on the video board in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. Somber music echoed as the hundreds who remained in the PMAC watched...

LSU guard Tremont Waters (03) dribbles the ball during the Tigers' 94-63 win against Southeastern on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, in the PMAC.

LSU starts fast and pounds Southeastern in season opener 94-63

By Glen West | @glenwest21 November 6, 2018

It was an emotional opening night at the PMAC capped off by a tribute to fallen player Wayde Sims, but the Tigers started fast and didn’t relinquish control, defeating Southeastern 94-63. Freshman...

LSU forward Ayana Mitchell (05) holds the ball during the Tigers' 52-66 win over Sam Houston on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018 in the PMAC.

The LSU Lady Tigers beat Sam Houston State 66-52 in a defensive struggle.

By Myles Kuss | @kussmyles November 6, 2018

The LSU Lady Tigers started its season on a strong note with a 66-52 route of Sam Houston State behind a double-double from senior forward Ayana Mitchell. LSU came out firing in the first quarter by running...

LSU women’s basketball adds former players Ashley Johnson as director of player development

By Kerrell Robinson | @Kerrell9 October 23, 2018

During the offseason, the LSU Lady Tigers announced that they hired former LSU standout Ashley Johnson as the new director of player development. Formerly known as Ashley Thomas, Johnson made four consecutive...

LSU freshman guard Ja’vonte Smart (1) answers questions in the Tigers’ practice facility on Monday, Oct. 22, 2018.

LSU roars into national contention behind a loaded recruiting class

By Glen West | @glenwest21 October 23, 2018

When sophomore guard Tremont Waters decided to return to LSU, he knew there’d be a ton of exciting new talent to break in. As one of the leaders of the team, Waters took it upon himself to lead not...

LSU mens basketball coach Will Wade addresses the press during the basketball media day in the PMAC Practice Arena, on Monday, Oct. 22, 2018.

Column: Transcript between Will Wade and Christian Dawkins raises legitimate questions about recruiting violations

By Chris Caldarera | @caldarera11 October 23, 2018

If you’ve ever experienced the adrenaline-inducing thrill of a family board game night, you’ve probably come across the game “Clue” once or twice.“Clue” is...