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LSU freshman guard Khayla Pointer (3) moves through opposing players during the Tigers' 96-34 victory against Mississippi College on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017, in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Freshman Khayla Pointer finds strength on the women’s basketball team

By Jarrett Major November 29, 2017

The Lady Tigers have been no stranger to adversity over the years with injuries and illnesses impacting the team during coach Nikki Fargas’ tenure. The Lady Tigers are facing adversity once again....

LSU freshman guard Tremont Waters (3) scans the court for an open teammate against Alcorn sophomore guard Maurice Howard (5) during LSU's 99-59 win over Alcorn on Friday Nov. 10, 2017, in the PMAC.

LSU basketball freshman Tremont Waters off to historic start for Tigers

By Glen West l @glenwest21 November 28, 2017

If you’ve watched any of LSU’s first five games this season, you have probably noticed freshman point guard Tremont Waters as one of the Tigers brightest stars. Through five games Waters is...

LSU Head Coach Ed Orgeron leads the Tigers before the Tigers’ 33-10 victory against Arkansas on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017, in Tiger Stadium.

Hodges Hall Podcast – Thanksgiving Edition: Tigers weather storm on Rocky Top

Zois Manaris (TigerTV) and Chris Caldarera (The Daily Reveille) discuss LSU's 30-10 win over Tennessee and look ahead to the upcoming game against Texas A&M, all while thinking about eating turkey. Topics...

LSU freshman guard Tremont Waters (3) scans the court for an open teammate against Alcorn sophomore guard Maurice Howard (5) during LSU's 99-59 win over Alcorn on Friday Nov. 10, 2017, in the PMAC.

LSU falls to Marquette despite 39 point performance from Tremont Waters

By Hannah Martin November 22, 2017

Freshman guard Tremont Waters continued to shine for LSU, scoring 39 points, but it wasn't enough as LSU fell to Marquette 94-84 for the third place spot in the Maui Invitational.  Waters 39 points...

LSU junior guard Brandon Sampson (0) prepares to make a pass during the Tigers’ 105-86 victory over Samford on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017, in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

LSU loses Brandon Sampson in 92-53 loss to No. 13 Notre Dame

By Glen West November 21, 2017

It was a tough night all around for LSU basketball as they lost in the semifinal round of the Maui Invitational to No. 13 Notre Dame 92-53. LSU lost junior guard Brandon Sampson to an ankle injury sustained...

LSU sophomore forward Ayana Mitchell (5) shoots the ball during the Tigers' 96-34 victory against Mississippi College on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2017, in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

LSU overpowers Nicholls in 65-50 win

By Jarrett Major November 21, 2017

The LSU Lady Tigers (2-2) defeated the Nicholls Colonels (1-3) 65-50 in an in-state matchup that turned friends into foes for 40 minutes. LSU coach Nikki Fargas and Nicholls State coach Dobee Plaisance...

LSU freshman guard Tremont Waters (3) advances the ball down the court during LSU's 99-59 win over Alcorn on Friday Nov. 10, 2017, in the PMAC.

Tremont Waters leads LSU to 77-75 victory over Michigan

By Glen West November 21, 2017

LSU opened up the Maui Invitational tournament with a victory over the Michigan Wolverines thanks to a heroic effort from freshman point guard Tremont Waters. Waters had an up and down night with a team...

LSU junior guard Brandon Sampson (0) attempts to shoot the ball during the Tigers’ 105-86 victory over Samford on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017, in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

LSU defeats Samford 105-86 behind strong offense

By Glen West November 16, 2017

The Tigers scored 100 points in a game for the first time since December of 2015 that lead to a 105-86 victory over the Samford Bulldogs. LSU (2-0) began the game on a 9-2 run in the first four minutes...

LSU junior forward Brandon Rachal (2) jumps for a shot during LSU's 99-59 win over Alcorn on Friday Nov. 10, 2017, in the PMAC.

LSU basketball prepares for matchup against Samford

By Glen West November 16, 2017

The Tigers look to go 2-0 Thursday night when they face Samford at 7 p.m. in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. LSU coach Will Wade said Samford will provide another big test for the Tigers defensively...

LSU junior defensive back Donte Jackson (1) celebrates after making a great play during the Tigers’ 33-10 victory against Arkansas on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017, in Tiger Stadium.

Hodges Hall Podcast – LSU retains the Golden Boot, moves closer to 10-win season

Zois Manaris (TigerTV) and Chris Caldarera (The Daily Reveille) discuss LSU's 33-10 win against Arkansas and look ahead to the upcoming Tennessee game. Topics discussed:  - LSU-Arkansas recap  -...

LSU freshman forward Ben Simmons (25) awaits a free throw from a teammate during the devastating LSU 75-77 loss against the Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday Jan. 30, 2016, in the PMAC.

Column: Ben Simmons’ comments about LSU reveal his own immaturity

By Chris Caldarera November 15, 2017

Ben Simmons is well acquainted with the lime light.His skills on a basketball court propelled him to the international spotlight at a young age, and he was the nation’s top-ranked recruit out of...

LSU head mens basketball coach Will Wade points upwards after LSU's 99-59 win over Alcorn on Friday Nov. 10, 2017, in the PMAC.

Will Wade adds No. 4 signing class, top prospects for 2018

By Hannah Martin November 15, 2017

As the early signing period comes to a close, LSU coach Will Wade has built one of the most impressive recruiting classes in the country. His first official class since taking the LSU job in March is ranked...