LSU Basketball Begins SEC Play Saturday at Texas A&M
LSU Basketball is set to begin its Southeastern Conference (SEC) play this Saturday. The Tigers will face Texas A&M at Reed Arena in Bryan-College Station. The matchup is scheduled for 3 p.m. and will be broadcasted on ESPNU. Mike Morgan and Mark Wise will provide the commentary. Fans can also listen to the game on the LSU Sports Radio Network, with the “Voice of the Tigers,” Chris Blair, and former head coach John Brady calling the action.
LSU Tigers’ Strong Season Start
The LSU Tigers currently hold a record of 12-1, entering this game with four consecutive wins. This marks the eighth time since the 1999-2000 season that the Tigers have achieved no more than one loss at this stage. Their last victory was a convincing 90-62 win against Southern Miss.
Texas A&M’s Impressive Performance
Texas A&M boasts a season record of 10-3. In their most recent game, they secured a dominating 111-82 win over Prairie View. During this game, the Aggies scored 60 points in the first half. Rashaun Agee was a standout player, recording 19 points and 13 rebounds, followed by Marcus Hill with 16 points and Ruben Dominguez with 14 points. Pop Isaacs and Josh Holloway also contributed significantly with 13 and 10 points, respectively.
Coaches’ Insights
LSU Head Coach Matt McMahon praised Texas A&M’s capabilities. He noted that they average over 96 points per game and have a fast-paced, explosive offense. The Aggies excel at turning over opponents, generating points from their defensive strategies.
Key Player Stats
Currently, Dominguez leads Texas A&M in scoring with an average of 13.7 points per game, followed closely by Agee at 12.8 and Hill at 12.5. Texas A&M’s Coach Bucky McMillan, in his first year, previously coached at Samford, experiencing significant success there.
Upcoming Matches
Following the game against Texas A&M, LSU will return home to play South Carolina on Tuesday, January 6, at 6 p.m. The game will take place at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.
Conclusion
As the Tigers enter SEC play, their performance in the upcoming match against Texas A&M will be crucial for carrying their momentum forward. LSU aims to build on its successful start to the season while facing a well-rounded and high-scoring Aggies team.
