LOUISIANA STATE LOUISIANA STATE MEN'S BASKETBALL
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Matt McMahon's LSU men's basketball program is navigating a challenging 2024-25 season in Baton Rouge, where the Tigers carry a 14-12 overall record while competing in the Southeastern Conference. Playing at Pete Maravich Assembly Center before their 42,016-student enrollment, the Tigers posted strong home numbers with an 11-5 mark inside the facility while struggling significantly away from Baton Rouge at 3-7. The defensive effort averages 75.8 points allowed per game, though the offense generates 80.9 points per game as McMahon works with his 15-player roster to find consistency.
Conference play remains a critical focal point at 2-7, indicating LSU's struggles against elite SEC competition despite its mixed overall record. The Tigers' home-court advantage appears substantial—their 11-5 domestic record contrasts sharply with their road woes—suggesting Pete Maravich Assembly Center provides meaningful support for McMahon's squad. As the program continues its pursuit of tournament viability, closing the 3-7 road deficit becomes essential for postseason positioning within a competitive conference landscape.
KEY FACTS
| School | Louisiana State University |
| Sport | Men's Basketball |
| Conference | Southeastern Conference |
| Division | D1-FBS |
| Location | LSU, Louisiana |
| Venue | Pete Maravich Assembly Center |
| Head Coach | Will Wade |
ROSTER (2025-26)
| # | Name | Pos |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Jaden Bobbett | G |
| 7 | PJ Carter | G |
| 13 | Matt Gilhool | F |
| 4 | Rashad King | G |
| 3 | Max Mackinnon | G |
| 6 | Robert Miller III | F |
| 0 | Mazi Mosley | G |
| 1 | Mike Nwoko | F |
| 2 | Jalen Reece | G |
| 9 | Jalen Reed | F |
| 10 | Marquel Sutton | F |
| 8 | Pablo Tamba | F |
| 11 | Dedan Thomas Jr. | G |
| 5 | Marcus Vaughn | F |
| 16 | Ron Zipper | G |
SEASON RECORD
15-17
Overall
11-8
Home
4-9
Away
2-11
Conference
81.4 PPG / 78.5 Opp PPG
SCHEDULE (2025-26)
| Date | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 6 | Tarleton State Texans | W 96-60 |
| Nov 11 | New Orleans Privateers | W 93-58 |
| Nov 14 | Florida International Panthers | W 98-81 |
| Nov 19 | Alcorn State Braves | W 107-81 |
| Nov 22 | Omaha Mavericks | W 99-73 |
| Nov 29 | Drake Bulldogs | W 71-62 |
| Nov 30 | DePaul Blue Demons | W 96-63 |
| Dec 4 | Boston College Eagles | W 78-69 |
| Dec 7 | Texas Tech Red Raiders | L 58-82 |
| Dec 14 | SMU Mustangs | W 89-77 |
| Dec 20 | SE Louisiana Lions | W 78-65 |
| Dec 23 | Prairie View A&M Panthers | W 104-90 |
| Dec 30 | Southern Miss Golden Eagles | W 90-62 |
| Jan 3 | Texas A&M Aggies | L 72-75 |
| Jan 7 | South Carolina Gamecocks | L 68-78 |
| Jan 10 | Vanderbilt Commodores | L 73-84 |
| Jan 15 | Kentucky Wildcats | L 74-75 |
| Jan 17 | Missouri Tigers | W 78-70 |
| Jan 21 | Florida Gators | L 61-79 |
| Jan 24 | Arkansas Razorbacks | L 81-85 |
| Jan 29 | Mississippi State Bulldogs | L 66-80 |
| Jan 31 | South Carolina Gamecocks | W 92-87 |
| Feb 7 | Georgia Bulldogs | L 71-83 |
| Feb 11 | Arkansas Razorbacks | L 62-91 |
| Feb 14 | Tennessee Volunteers | L 63-73 |
| Feb 18 | Texas Longhorns | L 85-88 |
| Feb 21 | Alabama Crimson Tide | L 83-90 |
| Feb 26 | Ole Miss Rebels | W 106-99 |
| Feb 28 | Oklahoma Sooners | L 67-83 |
| Mar 4 | Auburn Tigers | L 74-88 |
| Mar 7 | Texas A&M Aggies | L 91-94 |
| Mar 11 | Kentucky Wildcats | L 82-87 |
ANALYTICS
+2.9
Pt Diff
L4
Streak
55.6%
SOS
#70
T-Rank
Barthag: 0.7804
109.9
Adj O
98.5
Adj D
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Louisiana Men's Basketball ProgramsFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- What conference does Louisiana State Men's Basketball compete in?
- Louisiana State Louisiana State Men's Basketball competes in the Southeastern Conference conference at the NCAA D1-FBS level.
- Where does Louisiana State play men's basketball home games?
- Louisiana State Men's Basketball plays home games at Pete Maravich Assembly Center in LSU, LA.
- Who is the head coach of Louisiana State Men's Basketball?
- The head coach of Louisiana State Louisiana State Men's Basketball is Will Wade.
- When was Louisiana State Men's Basketball program established?
- The establishment date for Louisiana State Men's Basketball is not currently available.