The LSU Tigers are set to challenge Boston College in an away game at the Conte Forum on Wednesday at 6:15 p.m. CT. This match marks the first away game of the season for the Tigers, who currently boast an impressive record of 7-0.
Game Details and Broadcast Information
The game will be available on the LSU Sports Radio Network, featuring Chris Blair and former LSU coach John Brady. Fans can also catch the televised coverage on the ACC Network with commentators Brian Custer and Jon Crispin.
Tigers’ Recent Performance
Last weekend, the Tigers triumphed at the Emerald Coast Championship, defeating Drake and DePaul. They clinched the title with a commanding 96-63 victory over DePaul, with seven players scoring in double figures. Point guard Dedan Thomas Jr. earned MVP honors, while Max Mackinnon joined him on the all-tournament team.
Rankings and Challenge History
- LSU is currently ranked No. 19 in the NCAA NET Rankings.
- The Tigers hold a record of 1-1 in the ACC/SEC Challenge, winning against Florida State last year.
- Overall, LSU has a challenge record of 5-6.
Boston College Eagles Overview
Boston College enters the matchup with a record of 4-4 after a recent victory over Harvard, where they won 73-60. Fred Payne led the Eagles with 17 points, supported by Jayden Hastings and Boden Kapke, who both contributed 10 points. The team had a shooting percentage of 44.1% and made 12 three-pointers.
Key Players
- Donald Hand Jr. – 15.4 points per game
- Fred Payne – 12.9 points and 3.0 assists per game
- Aidan Shaw – 8.9 rebounds per game
LSU Tigers Player Highlights
For the Tigers, Mike Nwoko leads the scoring with an average of 17.4 points per game. Dedan Thomas follows with 14.4 points and leads the team in assists with 7.0 per game. Key contributors also include Max Mackinnon and Marquel Sutton, averaging 13.0 and 12.6 points, respectively.
Team Statistics
- LSU averages 94.3 points per game.
- The Tigers’ defense allows an average of 68.3 points.
- They have scored 90 or more points in six of their seven games.
- LSU leads the nation in two-point shooting at 65.4%.
Injury Update
Unfortunately, the Tigers will be without Jalen Reed for the remainder of the season due to a left Achilles injury.
Next, LSU will participate in the Coast 2 Coast Challenge in Fort Worth, facing Texas Tech on Sunday at 2 p.m.
