The LSU Lady Tigers achieved a historic victory on Thursday night, defeating Texas Southern 131-22 in a stunning 109-point victory that set a new school record. Playing at home, No 9 LSU dominated the matchup to improve their record to 2-0 on the young season, while dropping the visiting Tigers to 0-2.
According to ESPN Insights, the 109-point margin stands as the largest in NCAA women's basketball history for a game between two Division I opponents. This performance marked the second consecutive game that LSU surpassed the 100-point threshold to open their campaign, continuing their all-time undefeated streak against Texas Southern to 7-0.
Dominant Second Quarter Defines the Matchup
The defining stretch of the contest occurred in the second quarter, where LSU orchestrated an incredible 40 unanswered points. During this dominant 10-minute span, the Lady Tigers suffocated the visiting defense, forcing nine turnovers and holding Texas Southern completely without a field goal across 13 attempts.
Jada Williams, a transfer student from Iowa State, ignited the scoring surge by putting up 16 of her total 18 points during the second quarter alone. After remaining scoreless in the first period, Williams connected on six of her seven field goal attempts—including three shots from beyond the arc—during just eight minutes of play in the second quarter. Teammates MiLaysia Fulwiley and Grace Knox also contributed six points each to the second-quarter onslaught.
Balanced Scoring and Defensive Pressure
Offensive production came from all corners for the LSU roster, with a total of seven players finishing the night scoring in double figures. Freshman Anna Minaeva led the charge with a game-high 21 points, closely followed by Mikaylah Williams with 20 points, Jada Williams with 18, and ZaKiyah Johnson with 17.
Additional offensive support came from Grace Knox and MiLaysia Fulwiley, who each contributed 15 points, while Lola Lampley rounded out the double-digit scorers with 10 points. Mikaylah Williams added a crucial three-pointer—the fourth of the quarter for LSU—to push the score to 65-13 right before halftime.
Meanwhile, the Texas Southern offense struggled immensely against the relentless defensive pressure. Jayla Cornelius led her team with six points, but Texas Southern shot a mere 13% from the field, converting just 8 of 55 attempts. The visiting squad also committed 38 total turnovers, which LSU capitalized on heavily by outscoring them 55-0 in points off turnovers.
Honoring a Program Legend
Amidst the historic blowout, the evening also featured a special recognition ceremony for a former program star. LSU presented flowers to former All-American Angel Reese, who played a pivotal role in guiding the Lady Tigers to their first national championship victory in 2023.
Reese recently completed a successful professional campaign where she earned the title of this year’s WNBA defensive player of the year. She also competed as a member of the Atlanta Dream, helping push the team to the WNBA finals where they finished within a single win of capturing the franchise's first championship title.
Key Facts of the Historic Game
- Final Score: LSU 131, Texas Southern 22
- Record Margin: 109-point victory sets a new program record for LSU and a Division I record for largest margin between two D-I opponents.
- Second Quarter Surge: LSU outscored Texas Southern 40-0 in the second period.
- Double-Digit Scorers: Seven different players scored 10 or more points for the Lady Tigers.
- Turnover Discrepancy: Texas Southern committed 38 turnovers, leading to 55 points off turnovers for LSU.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the LSU and Texas Southern game?
LSU defeated Texas Southern with a final score of 131-22 on Thursday night.
How many points did Jada Williams score in the second quarter?
Jada Williams scored 16 of her 18 total points during the second quarter, including three three-pointers.
Who led LSU in scoring during the game?
Freshman Anna Minaeva led LSU with 21 points, while Mikaylah Williams added 20 points.