Bold claim: LSU’s dominance in women’s basketball is on full display, and this recap shows exactly how they keep overpowering opponents. But here’s where it gets controversial—how much longer can Morgan State withstand the onslaught before a tougher test changes the storyline? This game offers a clear, thorough look at LSU’s method and why it matters.
LSU, ranked No. 5, rolled to a 91-33 victory over Morgan State on Tuesday in Baton Rouge. Mikaylah Williams and Flau’Jae Johnson both poured in 14 points, contributing to a Tigers’ performance that overwhelmed the Bears from start to finish.
Even with an 11 a.m. tipoff, LSU fed off the energy of thousands of schoolchildren on the annual field trip day, extending their already impressive margin this season. The win was LSU’s eighth by at least 50 points this year, underscoring their room-to-room dominance.
Other top scorers for LSU included MiLaysia Fulwiley with 11 points, and Jada Richard and Grace Knox who each added 10. Morgan State, now 1-12, was led by Ja’la Bannerman with eight points. The Bears have suffered four 50-point losses this season, illustrating the gap between the programs.
A focal point for LSU was balancing attack and discipline. With a nation-leading average victory margin of 53.1 points per game entering the matchup, the Tigers faced the challenge of keeping intensity against an opponent that typically loses by a substantial margin. A breakdown of LSU’s scoring shows 52 points from starters and 39 from six bench players, indicating depth and sustained effort.
LSU opened effectively at home for the first time since November 20, hitting four of their first five shots. Williams connected on two early 3-pointers, complemented by two ZaKiyah Johnson layups as LSU seized control.
By the end of the first quarter, LSU held a commanding 30-9 lead, widening to 52-17 at halftime and 74-25 after three quarters. The Tigers’ defense limited Morgan State to five field goals in the final 39 minutes of play, and the Bears finished 11-for-44 (25%) from the floor, with only a single stretch of consecutive baskets in the second half.
Turnovers shaped the game as well, with LSU forcing 25 Bears miscues that converted into 32 Tigers points. The Tigers recorded 14 steals, including five from Kate Koval, contributing to the decisive margin.
Up ahead on the schedule:
- Morgan State travels to Davidson on Friday.
- LSU hosts UT-Arlington on Sunday.
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