The LSU women’s basketball team is set to compete against Duke in the ACC/SEC Challenge on Thursday night. This tournament showcases 32 matchups across men’s and women’s basketball. The game will take place at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, North Carolina, with tip-off scheduled for 8 p.m. CT on ESPN.
LSU’s Strong Performance
Ranked fifth, the LSU Tigers have demonstrated exceptional skill, winning their last eight games. Their most recent victory was an impressive 112-35 rout of Washington State. This performance marked a new NCAA record for consecutive games scoring over 100 points, surpassing the previous record of six.
- Current Record: 8 consecutive games with over 100 points
- Previous Record Holders: 2025-26 LSU team and 1981-82 Louisiana Tech team
- Record Established: November 28 against Marist
ACC/SEC Challenge Overview
The upcoming matchup against Duke is part of the third installment of the ACC/SEC Challenge, initiated in the 2023-24 season. LSU has had prior success in this challenge under Coach Kim Mulkey, winning against Virginia Tech in 2023 and Stanford in overtime in 2024.
Historical Context of LSU vs. Duke
This contest will be the sixth meeting between LSU and Duke, with their last encounter occurring in the 2010 NCAA Tournament. In that matchup, Duke emerged victorious, edging out LSU 60-52 and progressing to the Sweet 16.
LSU-Duke Matchup Details
- Last Meeting: 2010 NCAA Tournament
- Previous Meeting Score: Duke 60, LSU 52
- Overall Series Record: 2 wins each from neutral sites
As the game approaches, LSU enters with strong momentum, while Duke, previously ranked seventh, will be seeking to improve its standing after falling to an unranked status with a 3-5 record this season.
Broadcast Information
Fans can watch the game live on ESPN, featuring play-by-play coverage by Ryan Ruocco and analysis from Rebecca Lobo. Additionally, listeners can tune into the LSU Sports Radio Network at 98.1 and 100.7 FM for concurrent radio coverage.
