Alcorn State at LSU
BATON ROUGE, La. (Interstat) — The LSU women’s basketball team delivered a commanding performance Thursday night, overwhelming Alcorn State 112-49 at a packed Maravich Assembly Center.
From the opening tip, the Tigers’ dominance was on full display. LSU sprinted to a 31-11 lead after the first quarter, fueled by a relentless offense and stifling defense that set the tone for the remainder of the game. The Tigers extended their lead to 57-21 by halftime and never looked back, outscoring Alcorn State in every quarter before an announced crowd of 9,575.
The victory improved LSU’s record to 6-0, while Alcorn State fell to 1-3.
The statistical disparity was stark, illustrating the chasm between the two teams. LSU’s offensive efficiency was nearly flawless, scoring 112 points on 79 possessions. In contrast, Alcorn State managed just 49 points on 80 possessions. The Tigers shot 58 percent from the floor, while the Lady Braves were held to 38 percent shooting.
LSU’s control of the paint and the glass was a decisive factor. The Tigers outrebounded Alcorn State 23-3 on the offensive boards, leading to a 58-18 advantage in points in the paint. LSU also capitalized heavily on Alcorn State’s mistakes, scoring 49 points off 29 Lady Braves turnovers.
The Tigers’ attack was balanced and potent. MiLaysia Fulwiley led the way with 18 points, while Flau’jae Johnson also added 18 points and three assists. Mikaylah Williams contributed 15 points, and Kate Koval controlled the interior with 15 points and a game-high offensive rebounding presence. Grace Knox added 12 points off the bench.
For Alcorn State, Nakia Cheathman scored a team-high 16 points, and Maya Claytor added 11. The Lady Braves struggled to find any consistent offensive rhythm against LSU’s pressure, finishing with more turnovers than made field goals.
LSU continues its season on the road at Duke on Dec. 4. Alcorn State’s next contest is at Mississippi State on Monday.