1140 Sportscast 2/11

The LSU men’s basketball team grabbed a big win over Mississippi State last night 94-80.  The Tigers were led by freshman Cam Thomas who poured in a team-high 25 points.  Darius Days’ impact was felt as he added a double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds in his first game back from injury.  Javonte Smart also added a double-double with 22 points and 11 assists.  The Tigers improve to 12-6 overall and 7-4 in the SEC.

The New Orleans Pelicans win streak came to an end last night as they fell to the Chicago Bulls 129-116.  Zion Williamson led the Pels with 29 points.  Brandon Ingram and Lonzo Ball each added 21 points on the night.  The Pelicans are now 11-13.

The Southeastern Lions lost to Sam Houston last night 79-61 as they fall to 6-13 on the year.  Nicholls State edged out a victory over Lamar 76-71 as the team improves to 12-6.  Also, Northwestern grabbed a one-point victory over Incarnate Word 68-67.

ULM men’s basketball will take on the Ragin Cajuns in a two-game series starting tonight in Lafayette and concluding Saturday in Monroe.  The Warhawks have struggled on the hardwood this season losing ten in a row, but coach Keith Richard says he’s proud of the way his team continues to play hard.

Cut 17 (12) “good preparation”

The LSU football team added another player to its 2021 class as they signed transfer linebacker Mike Jones from Clemson.  Jones appeared in nine games for Clemson last season and posted 26 tackles, two interceptions, and half a sack.  This gives the Tigers 24 signees in 2021 with one available spot remaining.  Jones will be immediately eligible to play next season.

Former LSU Tiger and Buccaneers linebacker Devin White took a victory lap on his horse around Raymond James Stadium yesterday.  Much like he did in Baton Rouge, the Super Bowl champion road the horse through the Stadium to reminisce on the season, only this time he was holding the Lombardi Trophy.