Courtesy of GSU Athletic Communications
In a tough matchup on Sunday, Grambling State (2-7) fell to No. 5 Louisiana State University 100-54 at the Brookshire Arena. Despite their efforts, the Tigers faced challenges against a dominant LSU team.
Grambling struggled offensively, shooting 29.4% from the field and 23.5% from beyond the arc. LSU (11-0), on the other hand, hit 48.7% of their shots, including 80.8% from the free-throw line. Aneesa Morrow led LSU with a double-double of 26 points and 16 rebounds.
Rebounding was a decisive factor, with LSU outrebounding Grambling 64-30, including a commanding 27-14 edge in offensive boards. LSU also controlled the paint, outscoring Grambling 58-28 down low.
Grambling’s Halima Salat stood out with 12 points off the bench, while Kahia Warmsley added eight points and six rebounds to go along with three assists.
Grambling State will face Louisville on Thursday, December 12, at 7 p.m. at the KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Kentucky.
