LSU defeats Prairie View 104-90
LSU Edges Prairie View in Thrilling Comeback Victory
The Pete Maravich Assembly Center was electric last night as the LSU Tigers hosted Prairie View A&M in a non-conference matchup that will be remembered for its dramatic comeback by the home team.
Trailing 51-56 at halftime, LSU made the necessary adjustments to erase the deficit and take control of the game. The Tigers' bench provided a spark, with Dedan Thomas Jr. scoring eight points in the third quarter, including two clutch three-pointers that put LSU up by six with just over a minute remaining.
Marquel Sutton led the charge for LSU, scoring 21 points on 44.4% shooting from the field and grabbing 11 rebounds. The senior forward was unstoppable in the second half, scoring nine points and making several key plays on both ends of the court.
Tai'Reon Joseph led Prairie View with 34 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Tigers' stifling defense. LSU held the Panthers to just six fast-break points, forcing them into difficult shots and limiting their chances for easy baskets.
The Tigers' 104-90 win marked a significant victory in a non-conference matchup that could have implications for the team's NCAA Tournament hopes. With the win, LSU moves one step closer to securing its first NCAA bid since 2019.
Here are some key statistics from the game:
* LSU: 47.0% FG, 52.6% 2PT FG, 37.0% 3PT FG, 88.0% FT Rate
* Prairie View: 48.0% FG, 42.4% 2PT FG, 57.0% 3PT FG, 93.0% FT Rate
Advanced statistics showed that LSU's strong performance in the paint was a key factor in their victory. The Tigers outscored Prairie View by 10 points in the paint and limited the Panthers to just six fast-break points.
The win marked a significant milestone for the Tigers, who move one step closer to securing an NCAA Tournament bid. With this victory, LSU proves that it's capable of competing with any team in the country, no matter the opponent or conference.
In a game that was full of twists and turns, LSU's resilience and determination ultimately paid off. The Tigers' 104-90 win over Prairie View will be remembered as a thrilling comeback victory that showcased the team's ability to overcome adversity and come out on top.