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LSU sophomore guard Antonio Blakeney (2) scans the floor during the Tigers' 113-80 win over Reinhardt on November 7, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Pregame warm-up: LSU kicks off hoops season versus Wofford

By Josh Thornton | @JoshuaThornton_ November 12, 2016

Who: LSU vs. Wofford When: 1 p.m. tipoff Where: PMAC, SECNetwork+ Listen: LSU Sports Radio Network, 98.1 FM What to watch forDefensive improvement: After allowing 80 points in an exhibition game versus...

LSU junior guard Jenna Deemer (1) shoots a three point field goal during the Lady Tigers' 81-34 win against LeMoyne-Owen on November 6, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Lady Tigers open season Friday night vs. Louisiana Tech in Ruston

By Miles Jordan | @MilesBJordan November 10, 2016

LSU women’s basketball opens up the 2016-17 season against Louisiana Tech in Ruston tonight, looking to push its winning streak against Louisiana Tech (0-0, 0-0 Conference USA) to 11. The Tigers...

LSU sophomore guard Antonio Blakeney (2) shoots a lay up during the Tigers' 113-80 win over Reinhardt on November 7, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

LSU focusing on defense ahead of sharpshooting Wofford for season-opener Saturday

By Christian Boutwell | @CBoutwell_ November 10, 2016

Improvements are being made, Antonio Blakeney said. The sophomore scorer said LSU will be better than its strenuous 19-win, 14-loss season last year. How? “Defense, definitely,” the guard said....

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LSU cruises past Reinhardt in exhibition game, open season Saturday

By Christian Boutwell | @CBoutwell_ November 7, 2016

LSU coach Johnny Jones didn’t prioritize winning or losing, but he sure didn’t mind LSU’s 113-80 win against the NAIA’s Reinhardt (4-1). “Glad we had an opportunity to get...

LSU mens basketball Head Coach Johnny Jones paces the sidline during the LSU 96-91 victory against the Florida Gators on Saturday Feb. 27, 2016, in the PMAC.

Exhibition pre-game: LSU vs. Reinhardt

By Christian Boutwell | @CBoutwell_ November 7, 2016

Who: LSU vs. Reinhardt (4-0)When: 7 p.m. tipoffWhere: PMAC, SECNetwork+Listen: LSU Sports Radio Network, 98.1 FMWhat to watch for Young guys: LSU's team will have a new look, beginning Monday night in...

LSU junior guard Jenna Deemer (1) prepares to shoot a lay up during the Lady Tigers' 81-34 win against LeMoyne-Owen on November 6, 2016 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Lady Tigers romp LeMonyne-Owen 81-34 in exhibition match

By Jourdan Riley | @jourdanr_TDR November 6, 2016

After a season troubled by injuries, the LSU women’s basketball team looked to set the tone for its 2016-17 season against LeMoyne-Owen Sunday in the PMAC. LSU defeated LeMoyne-Owen, 81-34, in an...

LSU womens basketball Head Coach Nikki Fargas on the sidelines during an LSU free-throw during the LSU 47-58 loss against Georgia on Sunday Feb. 14, 2016, in the PMAC.

Lady Tigers, marketing team hopes to increase attendance with home schedule this year

By Jourdan Riley November 3, 2016

Whether an empty gym or a packed house, LSU coach Nikki Fargas enjoys the passion of the fans watching the Lady Tigers. In recent years, there haven’t been many viewers in the PMAC to spectate the...

LSU sophomore guard Antonio Blakeney (2) answers a question from a reporter on October 12, 2016 in the University Basketball Practice Facility.

LSU motivated by No. 12 ranking in SEC media preseason poll

By Seth Nieman | @Seth_Nieman November 1, 2016

When LSU coach Johnny Jones, Antonio Blakeney and Brandon Sampson returned from Southeastern Conference Media Day on Oct. 19, they knew the Tigers had something to prove. LSU was ranked No. 12 out of the...

LSU sophomore forward Aaron Epps (21) makes a lay up during the Tigers' 90-81 victory against Ole Miss on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2016 in the PMAC.

Aaron Epps earns increased role after two-year waiting period

By Jacob Hamilton | @jac0b_hamilt0n October 26, 2016

Aaron Epps waited his turn. Two years in a front court stacked with NBA talent necessitated that waiting period. Backing up first-round pick Jarell Martin and the NBA’s first-overall pick Ben Simmons...

LSU junior guard Jalyn Patterson (11) awaits a reporter's question on October 12, 2016 in the University Basketball Practice Facility.

Mays, Patterson highlight point guard competition during preseason

By Seth Nieman | @seth_nieman October 25, 2016

LSU coach Johnny Jones hasn’t put together his starting five quite yet — the point guard position is still in contention. Freshman Skylar Mays and junior Jalyn Patterson are competing for the...

LSU then-freshman center Faustine Aifuwa (40) speaks with a reporter on October 12, 2016 in the University Basketball Practice Facility.

LSU’s sisterly duo bonds over ‘Bidikuisine,’ basketball and ‘bomb’ dinners

By Jourdan Riley October 19, 2016

Freshman Faustine Aifuwa didn’t expect “Bidikuisine” when she committed to the LSU women’s basketball program over the summer. The Georgia native, a center on the Lady Tigers’...

LSU junior forward Duop Reath (1) talks to reporters on October 12, 2016 in the University Basketball Practice Facility.

LSU offense to feature increased ball movement, more scoring opportunities

By Jacob Hamilton October 13, 2016

Scoring was second nature for Johnny Jones’ LSU basketball team during its 2015-16 campaign. The Tigers ranked second in the Southeastern Conference in scoring with 78.8 points per game, trailing...