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FILE - LSU forward Darius Days (4) shoots over Michigan guard Eli Brooks (55) during the first half of a second-round game in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, in this Monday, March 22, 2021, file photo. Forward Darius Days is returning to LSU for his senior season after initially exploring his opportunity to turn pro. Days, who announced his decision during an online talk show appearance in Baton Rouge on Tuesday, June 29, 2021, had previously declared his intention to enter this summer's NBA draft after last season.(AP Photo/AJ Mast, File)
Darius Days returning to LSU basketball for senior season

Jun. 29, 2021 10:56 AM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 13, 2021, file photo, LSU guard Cameron Thomas (24) shoots a free throw in the second half an NCAA college basketball game against Tennessee in Baton Rouge, La. LSU freshman Cameron Thomas, whose 23 points per game led the Tigers in scoring, says he is declaring for the 2021 NBA draft and intends to sign with an agent. The 6-foot-4 guard from Chesapeake, Virginia, led all Division 1 freshmen in scoring last season while helping LSU advance to the finals of the SEC tournament and second round of the NCAA tournament. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert, File)
LSU leading scorer Cam Thomas declares for NBA draft

Apr. 15, 2021 04:33 PM EDT

Michigan center Hunter Dickinson (1) passes over LSU guard Javonte Smart, left, during the first half of a second-round game in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium Monday, March 22, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Oregon Ducks at Georgia Lady Bulldogs 3/24/2021

Mar. 22, 2021 07:18 PM EDT

LSU guard Cameron Thomas (24) reacts to the team's win over St. Bonaventure as he leaves the court after a first round game in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament, Saturday, March 20, 2021, at Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler)
LSU overcomes slow start to outmuscle St. Bonaventure 76-61

By Michael Marot Mar. 20, 2021 04:19 PM EDT

Purdue's Trevion Williams (50) reacts with Jaden Ivey (23) after a dunk during the second half of a first-round game against North Texas in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium, Friday, March 19, 2021, in Indianapolis. Williams was fouled on the play. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)
Syracuse Orange at West Virginia Mountaineers 3/21/2021

Mar. 19, 2021 10:26 PM EDT

LSU's Javonte Smart, left, battles Missouri's Dru Smith, right, for a loose ball during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, March 6, 2021, in Columbia, Mo. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson)
LSU, Wade push on under cloud of suspicion in NCAA tourney

By Brett Martel Mar. 19, 2021 12:36 PM EDT

Alabama's Herbert Jones (1) scores the go-ahead layup in the final seconds to give Alabama the win over LSU in the championship game at the NCAA college basketball Southeastern Conference Tournament Sunday, March 14, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. Alabama won 80-79. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
No. 6 Alabama adds another SEC title, edges LSU at tourney

By Teresa M. Walker Mar. 14, 2021 07:36 PM EDT

LSU's Ja'Vonte Smart (1) shoots against Mississippi's Jarkel Joiner (24) in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the Southeastern Conference Tournament Friday, March 12, 2021, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Watford helps LSU overcome Mississippi 76-73 in SEC quarters

Mar. 13, 2021 05:03 AM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 8, 2019, file photo, LSU forward Trendon Watford (2) dunks during first half action against Bowling Green during an NCAA college basketball game in Baton Rouge, La. Watford is a member of The Associated Press All-SEC first team in voting announced Tuesday, March 9, 2021. (AP Photo/Brett Duke, File)
Alabama senior Herbert Jones named AP's SEC player of year

By John Zenor Mar. 09, 2021 10:42 AM EST

LSU's Cameron Thomas, right, and Missouri's Dru Smith, left, battle for a loose ball during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, March 6, 2021, in Columbia, Mo. (AP Photo/L.G. Patterson)
Thomas, Watford lead LSU past Missouri 86-80 in finale

Mar. 06, 2021 05:58 PM EST

Alabama guard John Petty Jr. (23) celebrates after he cuts the net after an NCAA college basketball game against Auburn, Tuesday, March 2, 2021, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Alabama won the regular season Southeastern Conference championship. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt)
Florida visits Tennessee, SEC Tournament seeding on the line

By Gary B. Graves Mar. 05, 2021 04:05 AM EST

Cameron leads trio of triple-doubles as LSU swarms Vandy

Mar. 02, 2021 10:48 PM EST
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Cameron Thomas had 23 points and 10 rebounds for his first double-double of the season, and LSU overwhelmed short-handed Vanderbilt 83...

Arkansas forward Jaylin Williams (10) shoots against LSU during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Fayetteville, Ark. Saturday, Feb. 27, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Woods)
LSU Tigers at Arkansas Razorbacks 2/27/2021

Feb. 27, 2021 03:18 PM EST

Wheeler's triple-double helps Georgia cruise past LSU 91-78

Feb. 23, 2021 09:35 PM EST
ATHENS, Ga. (AP) — Sahvir Wheeler recorded Georgia's first triple-double in program history, and the Bulldogs cruised to a 91-78 victory over LSU on Tuesday...

Thomas scores 27 as hot-shooting LSU scorches Auburn 104-80

Feb. 20, 2021 06:36 PM EST
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Cameron Thomas, the reigning Southeastern Conference Freshman of the Week, scored 27 points, his 15th 20-point game of the season, and...

Alabama guard John Petty Jr. (23) hands the ball off during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against South Carolina Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021, in Columbia, S.C. Alabama won 81-78. (AP Photo/Sean Rayford)
No. 16 Tennessee, LSU meet in battle of second-place teams

By John Zenor Feb. 12, 2021 12:53 PM EST

Thomas, Smart lead LSU to 94-80 win over Mississippi St.

Feb. 10, 2021 11:36 PM EST
STARKVILLE, Miss. (AP) — Cameron Thomas scored 25 points, Javonte Smart had 22 points and 11 assists, and LSU pulled away down the stretch to beat Mississippi...

LSU guard Cameron Thomas (24) drives between Texas Tech forward Marcus Santos-Silva (14) and guard Mac McClung (0) in the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Baton Rouge, Saturday, Jan. 30, 2021. Texas Tech won 76-71. (AP Photo/Tyler Kaufman)
Texas Tech's last-minute flurry beats LSU 76-71

By Bryan Lazare Jan. 30, 2021 05:43 PM EST

LSU scores final 18 points of game to beat Texas A&M 78-66

Jan. 26, 2021 11:56 PM EST
COLLEGE STATION, Texas (AP) — Cameron Thomas finished with 28 points and LSU scored the final 18 points of the game to beat Texas A&M 78-66 on Tuesday...

Kentucky's Davion Mintz, top left, shoots as LSU's Cameron Thomas, left, and Darius Days (4) defend during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021. (AP Photo/James Crisp)
Brooks, Boston help Kentucky beat LSU 82-69, end 3-game skid

Jan. 23, 2021 08:55 PM EST