LSU basketball defeated Tennessee 89-73 on Thursday night, as the No. 6 Tigers celebrated Senior Night with their third consecutive NCAA victory.
The win saw LSU improve to 25-4 overall and 11-4 SEC record, while unranked Tennessee dropped to 16-11 on the season and 8-7 in conference play. The Tigers also extended their winning streak against the Lady Vols to four games, dating back to February 2020.
Junior guard Mikaylah Williams led LSU with 20 points and 10 rebounds, recording her third-career — and second consecutive — double-double alongside five assists and two steals.
“I thought Mikaylah played strong,” Tigers head coach Kim Mulkey said postgame. "She played extremely strong, both on the perimeter and she was taking it in there hard. We all know Mikaylah is one of the best jump shooting mid-range players in the country, but she mixed up what she was doing offensively."
LSU outscored Tennessee 18-6 in the second quarter to take control. The Tigers went on to hold a 43-42 halftime lead before extending the advantage to 70-59 after three quarters and closing out the fourth quarter with a 19-14 edge.
South Carolina transfer MiLaysia Fulwiley scored 18 points in the win, while also tallying six rebounds, three assists, and four blocks to tie her career high. Senior Flau'jae Johnson added 10 points to seal the deal, while freshman ZaKiyah Johnson contributed 14 and Grace Knox added 13 off the bench.
Where to Watch LSU Basketball This Week
LSU closes out the NCAA regular season against Mississippi State this Sunday at 4 PM ET, live on SEC Network.
