LSU Tigers snatch a thrilling overtime victory over the South Carolina Gamecocks, fueled by clutch plays and a resilient team effort despite key player absence.

Matt McMahon and Co. earn a Southeastern Conference win, take down the Gamecocks in Columbia.

LSU has relied heavily on its stars in recent years. Last season, for example, Aneesah Morrow, Flau’jae Johnson and Mikaylah Williams were responsible for 63% of the shots it took and 66% of the points it scored against SEC opponents.

LSU basketball met South Carolina for the second time this season, following a 14-point loss to Mississippi State at home. Coach Matt McMahon’s team fell to the Gamecocks in the first matchup by 10 points.

Mississippi State crushed LSU on the glass in an 80-66 road win. Is State improving, or did the Tigers just unravel at home?