Mikay Williams leads LSU to victory over N.C. State with 24 points

In a basketball matchup held in Paradise Island, Bahamas, the LSU women's basketball team faced off against N.C. State on Wednesday, winning decisively with a score of 82-65. This game was significant as it was part of the Baha Mar Pink Flamingo Championship, showcasing both teams' talent amid a high-stakes environment. The Tigers, ranked No. 7 in the nation, demonstrated their prowess, maintaining a lead throughout the match after taking charge at the end of the first quarter. Aneesah Morrow also made notable contributions with 20 points and 15 rebounds, which were crucial to LSU's dominant performance. The Tigers started strong, quickly establishing their rhythm after Morrow hit consecutive jump shots in the first quarter. Despite a brief tie at 17 when Saniya Rivers scored for N.C. State, LSU responded effectively with a series of plays that kept them ahead. The team's depth showed as Flau'Jae Johnson added 16 points and Kailyn Gilbert contributed 12 points off the bench. N.C. State, which featured a roster of skilled players including Rivers who led her team with 21 points, struggled to keep pace with LSU's scoring ability as they were outscored in bench points significantly. Key moments defined the game; notably, a 12-2 run initiated by Morrow in the second quarter significantly extended LSU’s lead to 40-27. The Wolfpack, ranked No. 20, never came closer than nine points after that point. Statistical highlights included LSU shooting 53% from the field and dominating the boards with a 44-24 advantage in rebounds. These key elements illustrated LSU's control of the game and their capability to face high-caliber opponents effectively. Looking ahead, LSU plans to play North Carolina Central at home, while N.C. State is set to take on No. 18 Mississippi in the upcoming SEC/ACC Challenge. The results from this game and the participation against high-ranking teams are critical for both teams as they prepare for future matches in the season. LSU remains unbeaten with an 8-0 record, while N.C. State now holds a 4-3 record following this loss, marking a need for them to enhance their scoring capabilities to compete effectively against top teams in the league.