LSU Triumphs Over Wake Forest in Overtime Clash

Will Baker's 23 points lead LSU to victory despite Wake Forest's superior shooting percentage.

LSU defeated Wake Forest 86-80 in an overtime game at the Charleston Classic, with Will Baker scoring a game-high 23 points.
Wake Forest's first lead of the game came in overtime, but LSU quickly regained the lead and maintained it till the end.
Despite shooting only 40.8% from the field compared to Wake Forest's 46.7%, LSU held an advantage in offensive rebounding, at 18-9.
Jordan Wright contributed 15 points and 9 rebounds for LSU, while Hunter Sallis led Wake Forest with 22 points.
Both teams are set to host games on Friday, with LSU hosting North Florida and Wake Forest hosting Charleston Southern.