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LSU Women's Basketball Head Coach Nikki Fargas answers a question on October 12, 2016 in the University Basketball Practice Facility.

‘HUSH’: Youthful Lady Tigers preparing for healthier, successful season in 2016-17

By Jourdan Riley October 12, 2016

The LSU women’s basketball team is excited to have a full, healthy roster for the start of the 2016-17 season. The Lady Tigers begin the season exhibitioning against LeMoyne-Owen at 2 p.m. on Nov....

LSU Men's Basketball Head Coach Johnny Jones listens to a reporter's question on October 12, 2016 in the University Basketball Practice Facility.

LSU basketball weeks away from opening 2016-17 season

By Seth Nieman October 12, 2016

The LSU basketball team is preparing for its first season following the departure of Ben Simmons, Tim Quarterman and other seniors, and coach Johnny Jones sees no reason why this team shouldn’t improve. “The...

LSU junior guard Branden Jenkins (10) is interviewed during media day on October 12, 2016 in the University Basketball Practice Facility.

‘It’s an everyday process’: Branden Jenkins not rushing return, Tigers’ injuries subsiding

By Christian Boutwell October 12, 2016

Branden Jenkins now knows Louisiana to be a little “slower” than Chicago. Wednesday, during LSU’s annual in-house media day, Jenkins touted the differences between Chicago, his former...

Brandon Rachal makes commitment to LSU, becomes second player in Tigers’ 2017 class

By Christian Boutwell October 12, 2016

LSU adds another star to its 2017 recruiting class. Four-star combo guard/forward Brandon Rachal committed to LSU Wednesday, roughly two hours before LSU coach Johnny Jones is scheduled to meet with the...

LSU head coach Nikki Fargas points instructions from the sidelines on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016 during the Lady Tigers' 57-56 victory against Tennessee in the PMAC.

Women’s hoops began practice Monday, regular season begins Nov. 7

By Jourdan Riley October 4, 2016

The LSU women’s basketball team is preparing for the 2016-17 season with a roster full of star players. The Lady Tigers’ first practice of the season started Monday on the practice court in...

LSU freshman guard Antonio Blakeney (15) moves through Florida defense toward their basket during the LSU 96-91 victory against the Florida Gators on Saturday Feb. 27, 2016, in the PMAC.

‘We’re really excited’: LSU begins first practice of season Wednesday at 3 p.m.

By Seth Nieman October 4, 2016

LSU coach Johnny Jones knows the LSU men’s basketball team will have a new look compared to last season. LSU begins the 2016-17 season practicing for two to two-hour practices on Wednesday, Thursday...

LSU Men's Basketball head coach Johnny Jones watches on from the sidelines during LSU's 81-70 victory over McNeese State University on Friday, Nov. 13, 2015 in the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Sources: Branden Jenkins undergoes knee surgery, expected to return in December

By Christian Boutwell October 2, 2016

In a new season without Ben Simmons, Tim Quarterman and Keith Hornsby, LSU men’s basketball will be another man short for the time being. Junior-college transfer Branden Jenkins underwent knee surgery...

LSU head basketball coach Johnny Jones talks to the team for a time-out during the Tigers' 98-72 victory against Southwest Baptist University on Nov. 6, 2015, in the PMAC.

LSU, SEC unveil in-conference schedule; Tigers to host nine home games

By Christian Boutwell September 6, 2016

LSU will host an in-conference game in December for the first time since 1988. In Tuesday’s Southeastern Conference schedule release, LSU is slated to host Vanderbilt at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec....

2016-2017 basketball schedule as of Tuesday, Aug. 23.

LSU adds seven home games, releases 2016-17 non-conference schedule

By Christian Boutwell August 23, 2016

LSU will open the 2016-17 basketball season on Nov. 12 when the Tigers host the Southern Conference’s Wofford at the PMAC. Including Wofford, LSU added seven home games in November and December...

LSU freshman forward Ben Simmons (25) cuts around the Florida defense during the LSU 96-91 victory against the Florida Gators on Saturday Feb. 27, 2016, in the PMAC.

Ben Simmons taken by 76ers, becomes second LSU player drafted No. 1 overall

By Josh Thornton June 23, 2016

Former LSU forward Ben Simmons is in elite company now. The Philadelphia 76ers drafted the Melbourne, Australia native with the No. 1 overall pick in Thursday’s NBA Draft, joining Hall of Fame Center...

Ben Simmons, 25, dribbles down the court during the 75-77 LSU loss to Oklahoma on January 30, 2016 in the PMAC.

LSU forward Ben Simmons poised to be No. 1 pick in NBA Draft

By Josh Thornton June 22, 2016

Fresh off signing a $20 million shoe deal with Nike, former LSU forward Ben Simmons could put himself in good company during tonight’s NBA Draft. Simmons likely won’t have to wait long for...

LSU head coach Johnny Jones discusses the upcoming basketball season with members of the media on Monday, Oct. 26, 2015, in the Athletic Administration Building.

Assistant coach Al Pinkins to leave basketball staff

By Staff Reports June 13, 2016

LSU men's basketball coach Johnny Jones announced assistant coach Al Pinkins is leaving to pursue another opportunity, according to a press release. “We appreciate all of Coach Pinkins contributions...