Tigers Edge Out Terriers at Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Close Contest
The LSU Tigers secured a narrow victory over the Wofford Terriers with a final score of 78-75. The Tigers now stand with an unblemished record, while the Terriers fell to a defeat. The game saw multiple lead changes and was tied eight times, indicating a closely fought battle on the court.
The home team, LSU Tigers, displayed an impressive offensive performance with a field goal percentage of 53 and were particularly effective from beyond the arc, hitting 42 percent of their three-point attempts. The team's free throw accuracy was also notable at 82 percent. With 78 points scored in total, the Tigers showed their scoring capabilities throughout the game.
Defensively, LSU managed to block two shots and came away with eight steals. This defensive effort contributed to their ability to score 16 points off turnovers. In terms of rebounds, they gathered a total of 26 boards – five offensive and eighteen defensive – which played a crucial role in maintaining possession and creating second-chance opportunities that resulted in six additional points.
On an individual level, several players stood out for their contributions on both ends of the floor. While personal statistics are not detailed here, it is clear that teamwork was pivotal as evidenced by eleven assists which underscored the collaborative effort put forth by LSU.
The Wofford Terriers also had moments where they shone during this encounter. They shot well from two-point range at 63 percent and were nearly flawless from the free-throw line at an impressive rate of approximately 89 percent accuracy. Their overall field goal percentage stood at around 48 percent for this game.
Wofford's defense managed one block but was able to secure five steals throughout playtime which helped them add twelve fast break points to their tally. They ended up with thirty rebounds—nine offensive—which gave them opportunities for fourteen second-chance points.
As both teams fought hard until the last buzzer sounded; it was ultimately LSU who emerged victorious thanks largely due to efficient shooting and solid defense when it mattered most.
Looking ahead for fans of The LSU Tigers: they will be hosting Texas-Arlington Mavericks at Pete Maravich Assembly Center located in Baton Rouge on December third year twenty-twenty-two at seven PM Central Time Zone (eight PM Eastern). This upcoming match can be watched live on SEC Network+ via internet broadcast networks.