LSU
Oklahoma
GREENVILLE, S.C. (03/05/2026) — The LSU Tigers put on an offensive clinic Thursday night, dismantling the Oklahoma Sooners 112-78 behind a relentless three-point assault at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
LSU shot a blistering 52% from the field and an incredible 54% from beyond the arc, overwhelming the Sooners with scoring from all over the floor. The victory was a powerful demonstration of the Tigers' offensive firepower in front of an engaged crowd of 11,154.
How It Happened
The game began with a quick pace, as Flau'jae Johnson opened the scoring with a pullup jumper for LSU just 27 seconds into the contest. Oklahoma briefly took a 3-2 lead on a Zya Vann three-pointer, but the Tigers immediately answered. A flurry of first-quarter three-pointers from Johnson, Jada Richard, Mikaylah Williams, and MiLaysia Fulwiley established LSU's perimeter dominance early. A floating jump shot from Fulwiley at the buzzer gave the Tigers a 28-19 lead after one.
The Sooners battled to keep pace in the second quarter, but LSU consistently had an answer. A Williams three-pointer at the 4:48 mark pushed the Tigers' lead to 35-30, and an Amiya Joyner layup as the halftime horn sounded sent LSU into the locker room with a 45-33 advantage.
LSU began to create significant separation in the third quarter. While a deep three from Oklahoma's Payton Verhulst cut the deficit to seven at 53-46, the Tigers responded by closing the period on a 19-3 run. Fulwiley once again beat the clock with a driving layup, ballooning the LSU lead to 72-49 and putting the game firmly in their control.
The fourth quarter was a showcase for the Tigers' offense. The team erupted for 40 points in the final frame, highlighted by an unstoppable stretch from Johnson and a 13-0 run that erased any doubt about the outcome.
Turning Point
The game officially broke open early in the fourth quarter. With LSU already leading 81-55, Flau'jae Johnson took over completely. The guard hit back-to-back-to-back three-pointers in a span of just 80 seconds. Her personal 9-0 run, culminating in a trey at the 6:11 mark, pushed the lead to 91-57 and ignited the LSU bench. The sequence demoralized the Sooners and effectively ended the competitive phase of the game.
Star of the Game
While several Tigers had outstanding nights, guard Flau'jae Johnson was the catalyst for the blowout victory. She scored the game's first basket and was instrumental in the fourth-quarter surge that put the game away. Her three consecutive three-pointers were the definitive moment of the contest. Beyond her scoring, Johnson was active on both ends, contributing an assist on a Bella Hines three-pointer during the final period's offensive explosion. MiLaysia Fulwiley also delivered a stellar performance, consistently scoring at the end of quarters and knocking down crucial long-range shots.
What It Means
For the LSU Tigers, this is a statement victory that underscores their status as an offensive juggernaut. Scoring 112 points while shooting 54% from three-point range sends a clear message to the rest of the conference. The win demonstrates their depth and ability to score in explosive bursts, a crucial asset heading into the postseason.
For the Oklahoma Sooners, the loss exposes significant defensive challenges, particularly in guarding the perimeter. LSU's 18 made three-pointers were too much to overcome. The Sooners also struggled with ball security, committing 22 turnovers that the Tigers frequently converted into points. Oklahoma will need to tighten its defense and limit mistakes to compete with high-powered offenses like LSU's.