LSU Advances to Sweet 16 After Overcoming Mid-Game Deficit Against Middle Tennessee

Amid controversy surrounding coach Kim Mulkey, LSU's women's basketball team showcased resilience and teamwork to secure their spot in the Sweet 16.

Angel Reese and Flau'jae Johnson led LSU with standout performances, scoring 20 and 21 points respectively, in the victory over Middle Tennessee.
LSU's significant second-half surge, including a 27-8 run, turned a nine-point deficit into a commanding win.
Coach Kim Mulkey's pre-game comments on a potential 'hit piece' by The Washington Post became a talking point, but did not distract the team.
Middle Tennessee's 20-game winning streak was snapped as they struggled to maintain their first-half lead.
LSU now heads to Albany, New York, for the Albany 2 Region semifinals, with a potential rematch against Iowa in the horizon.