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Tuesday, January 20, 2026
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Patrick & LSU to breakthrough SEC Victory
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Marquel Sutton and Max Mackinnon combined for 46 points as the LSU Tigers snapped a four-game losing streak to secure their first Southeastern Conference win of 2026 with a 78-70 victory over Missouri.
In a high-stakes encounter at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center, the Tigers led for all but 28 seconds, delivering a clinical performance that saw them control the tempo from the opening tip. Associate Head Coach David Patrick—the Bermudian-born coach recently named to the list of the nation's most impactful high-major assistants—looked on as his side repelled every Missouri charge to improve to 13-5 overall.
LSU signaled their intent early, racing into a 10-0 lead while holding Missouri scoreless for the first five minutes of the contest. Despite a second-half rally that saw Missouri cut a 14-point deficit down to just three, LSU showed the composure that had been missing in recent narrow defeats, including a last-second heartbreaker to Kentucky.
Marquel Sutton produced his most complete conference display since transferring from Omaha, pouring in 26 points. His physical presence inside was matched by Max Mackinnon, who added 20 points and four three-pointers, including a dagger in the final six minutes that restored a double-digit lead.
While the scoring was dominated by the duo, the defensive grit of Pablo Tamba and Rashad King proved decisive. Tamba recorded eight points and five boards, including two ice-cool free throws with 26 seconds remaining to extend the lead to six. Missouri’s Jayden Stone led the visitors with 20 points, but it wasn't enough to prevent the pre-weekend league leaders from slipping to a 3-2 SEC record.
The defining battle took place on the glass, where LSU out-rebounded Missouri 35-30. Crucially, the Tigers’ 16 offensive rebounds led to a 21-13 advantage in second-chance points, effectively punishing Missouri for every missed defensive assignment.
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Monday, January 19, 2026
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Dill’s Red Storm Claim the Victory in 259-Point Thriller
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Rookie sensation Lonzo Rand delivered a debut performance for the ages as the Houston Red Storm overcame the Texas Red Wolves 135-124 in a breathtaking display of offensive basketball.
In a contest that featured 11 lead changes and played out at a frantic pace, Terence Dill’s side showcased the depth and resilience that has become their hallmark this season. The story of the afternoon, however, belonged to Rand. In just his second professional outing, the guard led all scorers with 37 points, carving through the Red Wolves’ defense with a maturity that belied his rookie status.
The Red Storm’s offensive engine was firing on all cylinders throughout, underpinned by an unselfish approach that saw them record 38 assists on 50 made baskets. This ball movement created a barrage of open looks from the perimeter, with Houston shooting a clinical 48% from beyond the arc. Gerry Glover, Cam Moore, and Kaboris Johnson all joined Rand in connecting on multiple three-pointers to keep the scoreboard ticking at a relentless rate.
Despite the high-scoring nature of the affair, the game was defined by a series of high-stakes runs. Houston threatened to pull away early with a 12-point surge, but the Red Wolves responded emphatically, mounting an 18-3 run of their own to reclaim the lead and silence the home crowd.
The tension remained high into the closing stages, but Houston’s composure eventually told. With the game on the line, Rand stepped up to drain a clutch three-pointer that finally broke the Wolves’ resistance and secured a vital victory for the Space City squad. The win moves Houston further up the standings, while the search for defensive answers continues for a Texas side that played its part in a classic encounter.
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Monday, January 12, 2026
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LSU Ass. Head Coach Patrick Named Among Most Impactful
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LSU Associate Head Coach David Patrick has been honored as one of the "100 Most Impactful High Major Assistants" for 2026 by Silver Waves Media.
The recognition, announced on Monday, places Patrick among an elite group of coaching professionals across the United States' top college basketball programs. Silver Waves Media, an organization dedicated to the career advancement of sports professionals, curates the list through consultations with industry experts to highlight those significantly influencing the game behind the scenes.
Reacting to the award, the Bermudian-born coach expressed his gratitude for the milestone. "Thank you to Silver Waves Media for the recognition," Patrick said. "I am indebted to all I have worked for and with on this journey.".
Born in Bermuda before moving to Australia at age ten, Patrick has cultivated a distinguished resume over more than 20 years in coaching. He is currently in his second season as Associate Head Coach at LSU, marking his second stint with the Tigers after previously serving on the staff from 2012 to 2016.
Patrick’s impact extends far beyond the collegiate ranks. He has served as a pivotal figure for the Australian National Team, contributing as an assistant coach for the "Boomers" during their bronze-medal winning campaign at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics and their gold-medal run at the FIBA Asia Cup.
His career highlights include:
Recruiting Excellence: Patrick is renowned for his ability to attract elite talent, most notably being credited with recruiting future NBA number-one draft pick Ben Simmons to LSU.
Head Coaching Stints: He led programs at UC Riverside (2018–2020) and Sacramento State (2022–2024), earning a reputation for turning struggling programs into competitive contenders.
Player Development: Throughout his career, he has recruited 11 players who reached the NBA and coached 28 players who turned professional globally.
The recognition from Silver Waves Media underscores Patrick’s standing as one of the most influential figures in the High Major coaching landscape as he continues to shape the future of LSU basketball.
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Sunday, January 11, 2026
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Dill’s Red Storm Fall Short in Fulshear Thriller
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Despite another historic all-around performance from point guard Cameron Moore and a late-game scoring barrage from Dylan Spriggins, Head Coach Terence Dill’s Houston Red Storm fell to the Texas Purple Kings, 119-109.
The defeat in Fulshear marks a bittersweet chapter for the Red Storm, as Moore continued his remarkable run of individual form. The Shreveport-born playmaker recorded 15 points, 10 rebounds, and 16 assists to secure his second consecutive triple-double. It follows his record-breaking display just six days ago against the Austin Bats, where he notched a staggering 28 assists—one of the highest totals in ABA history.
However, individual brilliance was countered by a clinical team effort from the Purple Kings. Leading 79-64 in the third quarter, Texas ignited an 11-point unanswered run to stretch their advantage. By the early stages of the fourth, the Red Storm found themselves staring down a 19-point deficit as the Kings' perimeter shooting threatened to turn the contest into a rout.
Houston showed immense heart in the final period, refusing to go quietly. Trailing 102-83, the Red Storm launched a 12-1 run to close the gap, spearheaded by a relentless Dylan Spriggins. The 6'7" forward, who has established himself as one of the league's most lethal scorers this term, poured in 19 of his game-high 42 points in the fourth quarter alone. Under Spriggins' leadership, Houston outscored Texas 38-21 in the final quarter.
Beyond the scoring, the night was highlighted by the defensive emergence of Josh Adeoye. Coming off the bench, the 6'8" reserve dominated his minutes with 13 points and 9 rebounds, falling just one board shy of a double-double. Adeoye also recorded three massive blocks, the most spectacular being a mid-air rejection of a "poster" dunk attempt that sent the Houston bench into a frenzy and acted as the catalyst for the late comeback attempt.
Speaking after the game, Bermudian coach Terence Dill praised his team's resilience but lamented the early cushion given to the opposition.
"We showed what we are capable of in that fourth quarter, but you can't give a team like the Purple Kings a 19-point cushion," said Dill. "Cam’s ability to find the open man and battle on the glass is what keeps us in these games, and Dylan’s fourth quarter was pure will. I also have to credit Josh Adeoye—his 9 rebounds were huge, and those three blocks, especially the one at the rim on the dunk attempt, gave us the life we needed to make it a game."
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Saturday, January 10, 2026
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No. 11 Vanderbilt Sinks Patrick’s LSU Tigers
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LSU Associate Head Coach David Patrick looked on from the sidelines at Memorial Gymnasium as the Tigers’ winless start to SEC play continued, despite a career-best performance from Australian wing Max Mackinnon.
The Tigers fell 84-73 to a clinical No. 11 Vanderbilt side, who moved to a perfect 16-0 on the season. For Patrick—the Bermudian-born coach who has become a vital pipeline for international talent in Baton Rouge—Mackinnon's emergence provided a silver lining on an otherwise difficult afternoon in Nashville.
In what was comfortably his finest game in a Tiger uniform, Mackinnon was a model of efficiency. The senior logged over 37 minutes, racking up 27 points on 9-of-16 shooting. His range was on full display as he hit 3-of-6 from beyond the arc, while remaining perfect from the charity stripe with a 6-of-6 clip.
Beyond the scoring, Mackinnon’s discipline was standout, recording four assists and two steals while turning the ball over just once against a high-pressure Vanderbilt defense. He was supported by Marquel Sutton, who returned to double figures with 13 points and six rebounds, but the duo lacked the sustained secondary scoring needed to topple the unbeaten Commodores.
For the second consecutive outing, LSU were left chasing the game after a sluggish start. Vanderbilt ignited the home crowd early, connecting on six first-half three-pointers to build a 20-point cushion within the first 12 minutes.
The Tigers showed plenty of grit to whittle the deficit down to 14 by the interval, trailing 52-38 at the break, but the early damage proved decisive.
LSU emerged from the locker room with renewed defensive intensity, holding the Commodores to a dismal 26.7% shooting from the floor in the final frame. A spirited 12-1 run saw the Tigers pull within seven points on multiple occasions, notably following a Mackinnon pull-up jumper that made it 59-52.
However, whenever the Tigers threatened to turn the game into a one-possession affair, Vanderbilt found an answer at the free-throw line. The Commodores hit 15-of-18 second-half free throws to keep LSU at arm's length. Tyler Tanner led five Commodores in double figures with 20 points, while Tyler Nickel posted a double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds.
The loss drops LSU to 0-3 in the SEC, their worst start to conference play in two seasons. Patrick and the coaching staff now face a quick turnaround as they return home to the Pete Maravich Assembly Center this Wednesday to face a formidable Kentucky side.
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