Overview
- Max Mackinnon led LSU with 19 points on 6-of-7 shooting, including 4-of-5 from three.
- In his LSU debut, Dedan Thomas Jr. posted 16 points with eight assists, five rebounds and two blocks on 6-of-7 shooting.
- Jalen Reed saw his first action since a Dec. 3, 2024 ACL injury, adding 11 points and six rebounds off the bench.
- The Tigers shot 70.2% (33-of-47) with 21 assists and a 39-21 edge on the glass, highlighting cohesive offense and balance.
- Tarleton State fell to 0-2 as Kade Douglas scored 19 and the Texans shot 20-of-62 overall and 7-of-22 from deep.