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LSU junior forward Alexis Hyder (20) awaits a teammate’s free-throw during the LSU 47-58 loss against Georgia on Sunday Feb. 14, 2016, in the PMAC.

The Lady Tigers continue SEC slide, dropping its fifth-straight against Georgia

By Jarrett Major February 14, 2016

Revenge was on the minds of the Georgia Lady Bulldogs as they avenged their Jan. 24 loss to LSU in a 58-47 win in the PMAC on Sunday. “We were different,” said LSU coach Nikki Fargas. “I...

LSU freshman forward Ben Simmons attempts to lay up the ball during the Tigers' 76-71 victory against Texas A&M on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016 in the PMAC.

Tigers remain focused on winning each game despite NCAA tournament bubble talk

By James Bewers February 14, 2016

“Just win, baby.” Even without explicitly stating it, the old adage from former Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis is the unofficial motto for the LSU men’s basketball team with six games...

LSU junior forward Alexis Hyder (20) and senior forward Akilah Bethel (3) work to block their opponent Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016, during the Lady Tigers' 48-44 loss against Arkansas in the PMAC.

Lady Tigers take on Georgia on Valentine’s Day

By Jarrett Major February 14, 2016

The Lady Tigers will look to prevent Georgia from getting revenge on Sunday. LSU (8-16, 2-9 Southeastern Conference) defeated the Lady Bulldogs (18-6, 6-5 SEC) on Jan. 24, 53-46 in Stegeman Coliseum. Despite...

LSU forward Craig Victor II (32) shoots a free-throw during the Tigers' 76-71 victory against Texas A&M on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016 in the PMAC.

Victor shakes off foul trouble, dominates second half in win against Aggies

By Christian Boutwell February 13, 2016

Craig Victor II loves being a warrior. As a man on a mission, the LSU sophomore forward prides himself on his defense Saturday, specifically. His matchup against then-No. 15 Texas A&M was against a...

Craig Victor II, 32, and Tim Quarterman, 55, play defense against Tyler Davis, 34, Texas A&M player during the 76-71 LSU victory against Texas A&M on Saturday, February 13, 2016 in the PMAC.

Victor, Simmons ignite second-half rally in 71-76 win against No. 15 Texas A&M

February 13, 2016

Challenged by LSU coach Johnny Jones prior to the game, Craig Victor heard an all-too familiar whistle at the 14:50 mark of the first half of Saturday’s 76-71 win against No. 15 Texas A&M. Often...

LSU senior guard Keith Horsnby (4) dunks uncontested during LSU's mens basketball 76-74 win aginst the Arkansas Razorbacks on Saturday Jan. 16, 2016, in the PMAC on LSU's campus.

Live Updates: LSU (15-9, 8-3 SEC) vs. Texas A&M (18-6, 7-4 SEC)

By Christian Boutwell February 13, 2016

LSU Tigers (15-9, 8-3 Southeastern Conference) vs. Texas A&M Aggies (18-6, 7-4 Southeastern Conference) When/Where: 12 p.m. at Pete Maravich Assembly Center | Baton Rouge, Louisiana Television: CBS. Spero...

Keith Hornsby, 4, shoots a free throw during an LSU victory against Georgia, 89-85 on Tuesday, January 26, 2016 in the PMAC.

Tigers look to end week on a high note against sputtering Aggies

By James Bewers February 11, 2016

The LSU men’s basketball team didn’t lose complete possession of first place in the Southeastern Conference against South Carolina on Wednesday night, now sharing it with the Gamecocks and...

LSU's Ben Simmons shoots against Auburn in the first half of their NCAA college basketball game on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016 in Auburn, Ala. LSU won 80-68.(Todd J. Van Emst/Opelika-Auburn News via AP) MANDATORY CREDIT

Free throws, defensive lapses lead LSU to a 94-83 loss against South Carolina

By Christian Boutwell February 10, 2016

The LSU men’s basketball team missed 11 free throws against South Carolina on Wednesday. Coincidentally, LSU (15-9, 8-3 Southeastern Conference) lost by 11 points, 94-83, against the Gamecocks (21-3,...

LSU freshman guard Antonio Blakeney (2) heads down the court during the devastating LSU 75-77 loss against the Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday Jan. 30, 2016, in the PMAC.

LSU men’s basketball vs. South Carolina: Pregame Warm-up

By James Bewers February 10, 2016

LSU Tigers (15-8, 8-2 Southeastern Conference) vs. South Carolina Gamecocks (20-3, 7-3 SEC) When/Where: 6 p.m. at Colonial Life Arena | Columbia, South Carolina Television: ESPN2 (Joe Tessitore, play-by-play,...

Antonio Blakeney slam dunks during an LSU victory against Georgia, 89-85 on Tuesday, January 26, 2016 in the PMAC.

Blakeney’s career night fuels LSU’s 88-77 win against Mississippi State

By Christian Boutwell February 6, 2016

Saturday didn’t begin ideally for the LSU men’s basketball team, but the Tigers Mardi Gras mamboed their way into the weekend with a meaningful win. After trailing 8-0 to begin the game —...

LSU all-around freshman Sarah Finnegan smiles after a bars routine during the Tigers' 196.575-195.100 victory against Kentucky for the Pink & Blue Meet on Friday, Jan. 22, 2016 in the PMAC.

LSU freshmen aim to continue progression against No. 8 Arkansas

By Markus Hufner February 4, 2016

The No. 6 LSU gymnastics team enters its main Southeastern Conference stretch as the Tigers (6-1, 2-0 SEC) face No. 8 Arkansas (3-3, 2-1 SEC) at 7.30 p.m. tonight in the PMAC. The Mardi Gras themed matchup...

Tim Quarterman, 55, and Antonio Blakeney, 02, embrace after a score during the 75-77 LSU loss to Oklahoma on January 30, 2016 in the PMAC.

LSU focuses on development as it continues SEC play against Mississippi State

By James Bewers February 4, 2016

No matter how many games the LSU men’s basketball team plays this season, coach Johnny Jones will still talk about growth. The Tigers (14-8, 7-2 Southeastern Conference) let a golden opportunity...