LSU men’s basketball extended its slide to three games after losing to 24^th-ranked Tennessee Saturday, 50-64. The Tigers allowed the Volunteers to get off to a 14-0 start that they could never overcome. Will Wade, looking at his first 3-game losing streak since 2018, shared his disappointment in his team’s performance.

Cut 16 (14) “…all season.”

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Southern University maintained its hold on first place in the SWAC men’s basketball standings with a 99-51 rout of Arkansas-Pine Bluff in the Clark Center. Terrell Williams led the Jags with 21 points and seven rebounds, who improve to 5-1 in conference play.

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The Pelicans are back on the court at home tonight, as they host the Indiana Pacers at the Smoothie King Center to start a brutal week of four games in six nights. The Pels are currently 11^th in the Western Conference standings, 2.5 games out of the play-in tournament.

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A weekend report from the NFL Network’s Ian Rappaport has begun speculation as to whether or not Saints coach Sean Payton will return for a 16^th season in New Orleans. Saints insider Mike Detillier says fans shouldn’t read much into Payton’s silence, and that he believes the coach will be on the sidelines again next season.

Cut 6 (12) “…in 2022.”

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Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals will play for their first trip to the Super Bowl since 1989 when they face Kansas City for the AFC Championship this weekend. Cincy knocked off the top-seeded Titans 19-16 with Burrow throwing for 348 yards. Burrow said there’s nothing quite like winning a playoff game on the road.

Cut 19 (13) “…unbelievable.”

What a weekend of NFL football as the four divisional playoff games ended on the final play. It all started with Cincinnati’s 19-16 upset victory over Tennessee on Saturday. Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow threw for 348 yards and fourth-seeded Cincinnati is just one win away from an appearance in the Super Bowl…
cut 20 (13) “….coming for it all”
But the Bengals will be underdogs this Sunday when they face Kansas City. The Chiefs beat the Bills last night 42-36 in overtime in a back and forth game.

The N-F-C championship game will have the Rams hosting the 49ers.

And the NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports Saints Coach Sean Payton has not committed to coaching in 2022. Rapoport says it’s possible Payton could take a job in T-V.

LSU men’s basketball coach Will Wade says changes are coming after the Tigers lost their third straight game on Saturday as they fell to Tennessee 64-50 in Knoxville. LSU is now 3-and-4 in the SEC and moving leading scorer Tari Eason into the starting line-up could be a part of that change.

Louisiana Tech had its 18-game home winning streak and its seven-game overall winning streak snapped after losing to UAB 83-76 on Saturday. The loss drops the Bulldogs to 6-and-1 in Conference USA and they are tied with the Blazers for the West Division lead. Bulldogs coach Eric Konkol says they will need to bounce back…
Cut 18 (18) “ …works.”
The Dogs host Rice Thursday.

More good news for LSU on the recruiting trail. Four-star running back TreVonte’ Citizen has announced his commitment to the Tigers. The Lake Charles product averaged more than 120 yards per game last season.

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Former LSU Heisman trophy winner Joe Burrow will lead the Bengals into a divisional matchup with the Titans on Sunday afternoon. In just his second season, Burrow is a legitimate candidate for the NFL’s MVP award, but he will be tested by top-seeded Tennessee. The key for Burrow is being prepared for whatever may come his way.

Cut 17 (12) “…confidence in.”

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It’s one moving in and one moving out for the Southern Jaguars. A day after defensive back Devin Bush made a commitment to the Jags, he changed his mind and is now headed to rival Grambling. Southern did add former LSU linebacker Donte Starks earlier in the week.

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The Pelicans ended their two-game losing streak with a road win over the Knicks, Thursday. Brandon Ingram left the game with a right ankle injury. No update as to his status as of now.

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Louisiana Tech starts a critical, three-game home stand tomorrow with a battle for first place in Conference USA’s Western Division. The Bulldogs enter their matchup with UAB, riding a seven-game win streak. The Blazers were the preseason pick to win the conference title, so coach Eric Koncol knows his team will have to be at its best to hold on to the top spot.

Cut 19 (10) “…this Saturday.”

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LSU may be without two major pieces when the 13^th-ranked Tigers face number 24 Tennessee, Saturday. Will Wade says that guard Xavier Pinson remains doubtful and forward Darius Days will be a game-time decision. LSU has lost two in a row, but beat the Vols at home on January 8.

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In the SWAC, first-place Southern hosts Arkansas-Pine Bluff tomorrow at 5pm. The Jags are coming off their first conference loss of the season, a six point loss at Grambling.

Meanwhile Grambling sits in second place in the SWAC. The Tigers welcome Mississippi Valley Saturday at 2:30.

LSU football announces the addition of eight transfers to its roster. The eight additions are defensive back Greg Brooks, punter Jay Bramblett, defensive back Joe Foucha, cornerback Mekhi Garner, wide receiver Kyren Lacy, long snapper Slade Roy, offensive lineman Tre’mond Shorts and linebacker West Weeks, who recorded 31 tackles and a sack at Virginia last season.

Last week, former LSU quarterback Joe Burrow led the Cincinnati Bengals to their first playoff victory in more than 30 years. Now, he prepares to face the top-seeded Tennesse Titans in the AFC’s divisional round. Burrow says postseason pressure and big games are nothing new to him.
cut 16 (10) “…situation before.”
Kick-off in Nashville on Saturday is at 3:30.

Also, Saints defensive coordinator Dennis Allen will interview with the Bears next week about their vacant head coaching position.
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The 13th ranked LSU men’s basketball team will look to snap a two-game losing streak on Saturday when they visit 24th ranked Tennessee. The Fighting Tigers took down the Vols two weeks ago in Baton Rouge.

Louisiana Tech brings a 15-3 record into tomorrow’s big Conference USA match-up with the Blazers. The Bulldogs are 6-0 in league play. Tech’s early success already has fans wondering just how far the Bulldogs can go. Tech Coach Konkol isn’t looking too far ahead as he keeps his young team improving each day.
Cut 20 (09) “…real strengths.”
Tip off against the Blazers in the Thomas Assembly Center is at 3 PM.

In action last night, the Ragin Cajuns fell to South Alabama 77-70, ULM also lost at home to Sun Belt leader Troy 73-66.

UNO won its fifth straight knocking off Southeastern Louisiana 78-72. Nicholls defended its home floor by beating Northwestern State 69-58. McNeese lost at Texas A-and M Corpus Christi 60-56.

Another big weekend of NFL playoff action is on tap. It starts tomorrow afternoon with the Cincinnati Bengals taking on the Tennessee Titans in Nashville. Bengals Quarterback Joe Burrow has put up some eye-popping numbers this year, but he does not have the NFL figured out yet…
cut 18 (10) “…still see”
Cincinnati is a 3.5 point underdog.

On Sunday, Tampa Bay hosts the Los Angeles Rams. Former LSU Tiger and Bucs running back Leonard Fournette has returned to practice. Tampa Bay offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich says they’ll have a better idea after today if Fournette will play. He hasn’t played since December 19th because of an injured hamstring.

Saints defensive coordinator Dennis Allen will reportedly for the Chicago Bears head coaching job next week. And former Louisiana Tech head coach Skip Holtz has found a new job as he’s been named the new head coach for the USFL’s Birmingham Stallions, which begins play in April.

The Pelicans finished off a three-game road trip with a solid 102-91 win over the New York Knicks in Madison Square Garden last night. The Pels shot 50-percent from the field and six players scored in double figures led by Jonas Valancinuas who had 18 points and 10 rebounds. New Orleans will return to the hardwood on Monday when they host Indiana.

The 13th ranked LSU men’s basketball team returns to action tomorrow when they visit 24th ranked Tennessee. The Tigers are looking to snap a two-game skid.

Louisiana Tech will look to stay undefeated when they host Conference USA rival UAB at 3 PM inside the Thomas Assembly Center.

In action last night, the Ragain Cajuns dropped their third straight as they fell to South Alabama 77-70, ULM also lost at home as they Sun Belt leader Troy 73-66.

UNO is off a 2-and-0 start in the Sun Belt as the Privateers won their fifth straight knocking off Southeastern Louisiana 78-72 as Troy Green had 16 points and 13 rebounds.

Pierce Spencer poured in 20 points as Nicholls defended its home floor by beating Northwestern State 69-58.

UL-Monroe welcomes the Trojans of Troy for a matchup with the Sun Belt Conference’s top team. The WarHawks are looking for their second straight upset after last weekend’s shocker over UT-Arlington.

Over six Sun Belt games, ULM has yet to see the team that got off to an 8-4 start due to Covid-related absences. Head Coach Keith Richard hopes that tonight is the night he gets to see his whole roster in action.

Cut 17 (10) …”at full strength.”

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LSU came up short on the road at Alabama, losing 67-70 on Wednesday night. The Tigers fought their way back into the ball game, showing a spark that had been missing as of late. Will Wade praised his team’s effort, and believes the best is ahead for the Tigers.

Cut 23 (9) …of our guys.”

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Tonight, the New Orleans Pelicans will be looking to snap their own two-game losing skid in the Big Apple against the New York Knicks. They could be without the services of point guard Devonte’ Graham who is listed as questionable with a left ankle injury.

The Pels currently sit two games out of tenth place in the Western Conference standings.

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It’s the anniversary of one of the most controversial playoff games in New Orleans Saints and NFL history. Three years ago today, the Saints lost to the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship game, 23-26 in overtime. The game is infamous for the “NOLA No-Call,” a missed pass interference penalty against the Rams that potentially cost the Saints the game-winning score in regulation.

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And, former Louisiana Tech football coach Skip Holtz has been named head coach of the USFL’s Birmingham Stallions. Over 22 collegiate seasons and stops at four different schools, Holtz put together a record of 152-121.

The eight team league, which includes the New Orleans Breakers, opens its season April 16, with all games being played in Birmingham.

UL-Monroe has an opportunity to take down the Sun Belt Conference’s top team when they host Troy tonight. The Warhawks are coming off of an upset of Texas State last weekend; a game Monroe won with only seven active players due to Covid protocols.

Taking down the Trojans will be no easy task. Warhawks head coach Keith Richard says that Troy is a deep, talented, and dangerous team.

Cut 18 (08) “…really play together.”

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The LSU men’s basketball team has lost back-to-back games for the first time this season. The Tigers 67-70 defeat dropped them to 3-3 in conference play.

Tari Eason led the Tigers with 26 points and 10 rebounds.

In the game, LSU was called for 25 personal fouls that led to 32 Alabama free throw attempts, 17 more than the Tigers. Will Wade, received a technical foul in the second half after angrily protesting the discrepancy. Wade says it was time to take a stand.

Cut 28 (16) “…keep taking it.”

LSU faces Tennessee on Saturday.

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LSU won’t take to the baseball diamond for nearly a month, but excitement is already reaching a fever pitch with the Tigers sitting eighth in the DI Baseball Preseason Top 25.

Head coach Jay Johnson brings in the top recruiting class in the country and an offensive approach that should produce plenty of runs.

The offense is headlined by sluggers Dylan Crews and Jacob Berry, but Aaron Fitt, co-editor of the D1 website said that LSU’s lineup has an embarrassment of riches from top to bottom.

Cut 20 (16) “…just insane.”–

The Pelicans will close out a three-game road trip tonight in New York City against the Knicks. New Orleans has lost two in a row and three of its last five games.

The Pels sit two games out of tenth place in the Western Conference standings, and with both Portland and Sacramento losing yesterday, they have a chance to inch closer to a potential play in tournament berth.

Tough loss for the 13th ranked LSU men’s basketball team as they lost their fifth straight game to Alabama falling to the Crimson Tide 70-67 at Coleman Coliseum last night. LSU trailed by 13 points with about eight minutes left, but the Tigers put together a rally after a technical foul was called on coach Will Wade, who complained that Alabama was not called for goaltending on a layup by Eric Gaines
cut 30 (20) “…taking it”
The Tigers lost to Alabama despite 26 points and ten rebounds from Tari Eason. Xavier Pinson missed his third straight game with a sprained knee and Darius Days only played 12 minutes after rolling his ankle in the first half. LSU is at 24th ranked Tennessee on Saturday.

ULM basketball hosts first-place Troy in a Sunbelt Conference showdown tonight. The Warhawks snapped a two-game losing streak with a big win at UT-Arlington last Saturday, with only seven players on the roster due to COVID-19. Coach Keith Richard says the victory couldn’t have come at a better time…
Cut 16 (07) “…homestand.”
In other action tonight, the Ragin Cajuns host South Alabama, Northwestern State is at Nicholls, S-L-U is at UNO, McNeese travels to Corpus Christi.

LSU sits eighth in the DI Baseball Preseason Top 25. One of the major reasons for their lofty early ranking is the expectation that the Tigers will be one of the best offensive teams in the nation. Aaron Fitt, co-editor of the website believes that The Box will be rocking this season.
Cut 19 (06)_“…be explosive.”
We are about a month away from the season opener against Maine on February 19th.

The 13^th-ranked LSU Tigers try to get back on the winning side of things tonight as they visit the Alabama Crimson Tide. LSU is off to a 3-2 start in SEC play after beginning the season with 12 straight victories. Coach Will Wade says injuries and fatigue are something the Tigers have to overcome.

Cut 18 (13) “…we need to.”

Guard Xavier Pinson, who has missed the last two games with a knee injury, is a game-time decision for tonight’s contest with the Tide. LSU has dropped four in a row to Alabama.

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Former LSU football coach Ed Orgeron is one of 14 people dropped from a lawsuit that accuses the University of ignoring gender discrimination and sexual misconduct claims.

10 current and former LSU students filed the lawsuit in April of last year. After initially naming 19 defendants, that list has been narrowed down to five.

The defendants are seeking monetary damages as well as enforcement of Title IX guidelines meant to prevent gender discrimination.

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Former Louisiana Tech superstar and current Pelicans assistant Teresa Weatherspoon has pulled her name from consideration for the head coaching job with the WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury.

She has spent the past three seasons with the Pelicans. Shams Charania of The Athletic says Weatherspoon is a serious candidate for an NBA head coaching job in the near future.

Basketball pioneer Luisa Harris passed away at the age of 66 yesterday.

Harris was inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 1992, the first Black woman to earn that honor.

After becoming a three-time All-American and national champion at Delta State, she was drafted by the New Orleans Jazz in the seventh round of the 1977 NBA draft.

She remains the only female player ever drafted to the NBA.

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Northwestern State has found its next AD. Kevin Bostian, who comes from the University of North Carolina Greensboro, will be formally introduced Thursday morning.

Bostian will take over for Greg Burke, who will remain with the university in a development role. Burke led the NSU athletic department for more than 25 years.

The LSU football program continues to replenish its roster through the transfer portal. Missouri defensive lineman Mekhi Wingo and East Tennessee State offensive lineman Tre’Mond Shorts have committed to LSU. Wingo had 27 tackles and a sack as a freshman at Missouri and Shorts is a two-time FCS All-American. Also, LSU linebacker Micah Baskerville and junior safety Jay Ward announced they are returning to LSU.

In high school football coaching news…Stanley Smith has resigned as head football coach at Ferriday. Smith led the Trojans to a state championship in 2019 and won 47 games at his alma mater. He was hired in 2017.

Hank Tierney is returning to Archbishop Shaw. Tierney led Ponchatoula to the Class 5A championship game last season. Tierney led Shaw to a championship in 1987 and they are moving down to Class 4A next season.

LSU is ranked eighth in the D-1-baseball-dot-com poll.

The 13th ranked LSU men’s basketball team looks to get back to its winning ways as they visit Alabama tonight. The Tigers are coming off a 65-58 home loss to Arkansas. LSU’s leading scorer Tari Eason has been quiet in the last few games. Coach Will Wade says it’s time for that to change…
cut 17 (22) “…down there”
Alabama has also been struggling. They’ve lost three in a row. Tip off is at 6:00.

Last night in the SEC, Arkansas slammed South Carolina 75-59, Missouri blew out Ole Miss 78-53 and Tennessee topped Vanderbilt 68-60. LSU is at Tennessee this Saturday.