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LSU junior forward Duop Reath (1) attempts to dunk the ball over Houston junior forward Devin Davis (15) during the Tigers' 84-65 win against the University of Houston on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Second-half burst sends LSU to 84-65 win over Houston

By Seth Nieman | @seth_nieman November 29, 2016

Caught in foul trouble early, LSU was forced to put forth their best defensive effort in the second half against Houston. The Tigers did just that as they zoomed to their fifth win of the season in a 84-65...

LSU junior forward Duop Reath (1) and sophomore guard Brandon Sampson (0) block Houston junior forward Devin Davis' (15) shot during the Tigers' 84-65 win against the University of Houston on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

‘Best 40 minutes we’ve played’: Blakeney, rebounding boost LSU past Houston, 84-65

By Jacob Hamilton | @jac0b_hamilt0n November 29, 2016

LSU’s second-half offensive explosion ensured it would sidestep the same conclusion as last season’s matchup against Houston. One of its early, defining losses last season came against the...

LSU sophomore guard Brandon Sampson (0) dribbles the ball down court during the Tigers' 61-78 win against Southern Miss on Nov. 15, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Pre-game: LSU vs. Houston

By Christian Boutwell | @CBoutwell_ November 29, 2016

LSU (4-2) vs. Houston (5-0)When: 8 p.m. on Nov. 29Where: Pete Maravich Assembly CenterListen: LSU Sports Radio Network, 98.1 FM Baton Watch: SECNetwork (Dave Neal, play-by-play;...

LSU sophomore guard Antonio Blakeney (2) calls out the play to his fellow teammates during the Tigers' 61-78 win against the University of Mississippi on Nov. 15, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

LSU looking to redeem last season’s loss against Houston

By Seth Nieman | @seth_nieman November 28, 2016

LSU remembers the 105-98 loss it suffered to Houston last season. This year, LSU (4-2) hopes for a different result as it hosts Houston (5-0) in the PMAC tonight at 8 p.m. “We’re excited to...

LSU junior running back Darrel Williams (28) carries a group of Florida Gators during the Tigers' 16-10 loss against the University of Florida on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016 at Tiger Stadium.

Hodges Hall Podcast – Florida wins in Death Valley; Geno Auriemma’s comments

By Zois Manaris | @zoismanaris, Seth Nieman | @seth_nieman November 23, 2016

Zois Manaris (TigerTV) and Seth Nieman (The Reveille) break down Florida's 16-10 SEC East-clinching victory over LSU, college football head coaching vacancies and more. Topics discussed:  - LSU's...

LSU freshman guard Skylar Mays (4) dribbles the ball down court during the Tigers' 61-78 win against Southern Miss on Nov. 15, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Childhood friends Skylar Mays, Wayde Sims easily adjusting to collegiate play

By Christian Boutwell | @CBoutwell_ November 22, 2016

Even though many LSU fans may not have been so informed, Skylar Mays knew about Wayde Sims. Before others, Mays expected the early-season surge Sims has given LSU’s men’s basketball team. “That’s...

Battle 4 Atlantis bracket

Battle 4 Atlantis: LSU vs. Wichita State

By Christian Boutwell | @CBoutwell_ November 22, 2016

LSU (3-1) vs. Wichita State (5-0)When: 11 a.m. on Nov. 23Where: Imperial Arena in Paradise Island, BahamasWatch: ESPN2 (WatchESPN)Listen: LSU Sports Radio Network, 98.1 FM Baton RougeFinal:...

LSU sophomore forward Craig Victor II (32) takes a jump shot during the Tigers’ 76-69 defeat against Alabama on Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2016 in the PMAC.

‘A great place to play’: LSU travels to the Bahamas for Battle 4 Atlantis tournament

By Seth Nieman | @seth_nieman November 22, 2016

LSU basketball’s stiffest competition awaits at Atlantis Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas. After achieving a third straight 3-0 start under coach Johnny Jones, LSU is expected to face multiple...

LSU freshman guard Skylar Mays (4) dribbles the ball during the Tigers' 91-69 win against Wofford earlier this month.

Childhood friends Skylar Mays, Wayde Sims easily adjusting to collegiate play

By Christian Boutwell | @CBoutwell_ November 22, 2016

Even though many LSU fans may not have been so informed, Skylar Mays knew about Wayde Sims.  Before others, Mays expected the early-season surge Sims has given LSU’s men’s basketball team. “That’s...

UConn sophomore guard/forward Katie Lou Samuelson (33) scans the floor for an open teammate during the Tigers' 76-53 loss to the UConn Huskies on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Tigers drop first game of season in 76-53 loss to No. 3 UConn

By Jourdan Riley | @Jourdan_TDR November 20, 2016

The LSU women’s basketball team hung close with the defending National Champions for a period of time Sunday. The Lady Tigers (3-1) lost for the first time this season to No. 3 UConn, 76-53, after...

LSU sophomore guard Brandon Sampson (0) scans the floor during the Tigers' 78-70 win against North Florida on Friday, Nov. 18, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Sampson scores 10 straight points, provides second-half spark in win over North Florida

By Seth Nieman | @Seth Nieman November 18, 2016

LSU was looking for a spark in the second half against North Florida, and sophomore guard Brandon Sampson provided just that. LSU went into halftime with a slim lead over North Florida, 34-33, after being...

LSU junior forward Craig Victor II (32) awaits a reporter's question on October 12, 2016 in the University Basketball Practice Facility.

He’s back: Craig Victor will play first game in Bahamas tournament

By Jacob Hamilton | @jac0b_hamilt0n November 18, 2016

Junior forward Craig Victor II is slated to return to the lineup in LSU's next game, said coach Johnny Jones on Friday. Victor incurred a suspension for violating an unspecified team rule, which held him...