The LSU Tigers women’s basketball team defeated the Georgia Bulldogs 79-63 on Thursday night inside the PMAC. This was the pink game in honor of cancer awareness.
HOW IT HAPPENED:
LSU came out and was able to get things going offensively almost immediately. Georgia had some answers early, but the Tigers offense kept things rolling throughout the entire quarter. A Flau’jae Johnson three made it 20-10 for LSU’s first double-digit lead of the night. After that made shot, however, the Tigers offense went cold for the remainder of the quarter. They led 20-12 after one.
In the second quarter, LSU looked like they might run away with this one. A 7-2 run made it 27-14. However, Georgia fought their way back into it throughout the period. By the half, Jersey Wolfenbarger had 11 points for the Tigers, and their lead was seven at 37-30.
Into the third quarter, the margin stayed at a similar mark. LSU was able to work it back to double figures, but couldn’t stretch it much further than that. Near the end of the third, Georgia tried to make a run as Trinity Turner continued to stay hot. She had 18 after three, but Johnson nailed a half-court heave for LSU at the buzzer, extending the lead after the quarter to 58-45.
LSU was able to separate themselves in the fourth quarter and avoid Georgia having a chance at a comeback. Five Tigers would score in double digits, helping to make up for Aneesah Morrow missing this game with injury. The Tigers held on to win 79-63.
BIG NUMBER: 5
Five Tigers scored in double figures in this game. The balanced scoring approach helped them keep a comfortable margin for most of the contest.
PLAYER OF THE GAME: Flau’Jae Johnson
Johnson had 21 to lead the way, and her big half court shot at the end of the third gave LSU the momentum they needed to close this one out.
UP NEXT: #7 LSU will be on the road to face #14 Kentucky on Sunday February 23rd at 3:00 PM.