LSU
BATON ROUGE, La. (03/19/2026) — The LSU Tigers delivered an offensive masterclass on their home court Thursday, overwhelming the Jacksonville Dolphins in a 116-58 victory at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. From the opening tip, LSU established a pace and efficiency that Jacksonville could not match, leading wire-to-wire in a dominant performance fueled by a balanced and potent scoring attack.
Four LSU players scored 16 or more points in a display of offensive depth. The Tigers shot a blistering 60% from the field, controlled the glass with a 45-21 rebounding advantage, and distributed the ball effectively, tallying 24 assists on the night.
How It Happened
LSU left no doubt about the game's outcome from the very first possession. ZaKiyah Johnson opened the scoring with a layup just 14 seconds into the contest, igniting a 14-0 run that set the tone for the entire game. Mikaylah Williams added a 23-foot three-pointer at the 8:43 mark of the first quarter, and the Tigers never looked back. The offensive barrage continued throughout the opening period, with Priscilla Williams and Bella Hines draining long-range shots. When Mikaylah Williams hit another three-pointer with 1:15 left in the quarter, LSU had built an insurmountable 34-12 lead.
The second quarter saw more of the same, as LSU's offense continued to click. A layup by Jada Richard and a 24-foot three-pointer from MiLaysia Fulwiley kept the pressure on. While Jacksonville found some offensive rhythm, with Makiya Miller connecting from deep, the Tigers answered every push. A layup from ZaKiyah Johnson just before the halftime buzzer sent LSU into the locker room with a commanding 64-36 advantage.
Jacksonville attempted to chip away at the lead in the third quarter, with Makiya Miller hitting a pair of three-pointers early. However, LSU’s firepower was simply too much to contain. Flau'jae Johnson connected on a 26-foot three-pointer midway through the period, and a pullup jumper from Jada Richard at the buzzer pushed the LSU lead to 94-48. The final quarter was a formality, with Bella Hines adding another three-pointer and Grace Knox capping the dominant performance with a layup in the final minutes to reach the 116-point mark.
Turning Point
The game was decided in the opening four minutes. LSU's explosive 14-0 run to start the first quarter immediately put the Jacksonville Dolphins in a deep hole from which they could not recover. The sequence, beginning with ZaKiyah Johnson's layup and featuring contributions from multiple Tigers, showcased LSU's offensive readiness and established a physical and psychological advantage that lasted the entire 40 minutes. With no lead changes and no ties, this initial burst was the definitive moment of the contest.
Star of the Game
While several Tigers had stellar nights, guard Mikaylah Williams stood out with a brilliant all-around performance. Williams recorded a double-double, finishing with 18 points, 10 assists, and 5 rebounds. Her ability to both score efficiently and create for her teammates was on full display, as she consistently found open shooters and drove the lane with purpose. Her 10 assists were a game-high and a primary catalyst for LSU’s fluid and high-scoring offense.
Flau'jae Johnson led all scorers with 20 points and added 5 rebounds, while Jada Richard (17 points, 4 assists) and ZaKiyah Johnson (16 points, 5 rebounds) also posted impressive stat lines.
For the Jacksonville Dolphins, Carmaya Bowman led the team with 14 points, and Tatum Brown contributed 11 points and 2 assists in the tough loss.
What It Means
For the LSU Tigers, this victory is a powerful demonstration of their offensive ceiling. Scoring 116 points on 60% shooting while showcasing unselfish ball movement is a clear signal of the team's capabilities as they advance. The balanced attack, with significant contributions from multiple players, highlights the depth and versatility of the roster.
For the Jacksonville Dolphins, the loss marks a difficult end to their season against a formidable SEC opponent. The experience of playing in a tough road environment against a top-tier team provides a valuable, albeit challenging, benchmark for the program.