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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 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 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 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 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 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...

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...