LSU's NCAA Hopes Clouded by Injuries to Key Players

Aneesah Morrow and Flau’Jae Johnson, LSU's leading scorers, are battling injuries as the NCAA Tournament approaches.

Aneesah Morrow, LSU's All-SEC forward, exited the SEC Tournament semifinal against Texas with a re-aggravated mid-foot sprain.
Morrow's injury occurred in the third quarter after stepping on an opponent’s foot and required assistance to leave the court.
Flau’Jae Johnson, LSU's leading scorer, has been sidelined for three games due to shin inflammation but is expected to return for the NCAA Tournament.
Despite the injuries, LSU has secured hosting rights for the first weekend of the NCAA Tournament with a 28-5 season record.
Head coach Kim Mulkey criticized the necessity of conference tournaments, citing player injuries and their impact on NCAA Tournament readiness.