LSU basketball falls in triple overtime thriller to Texas A&M

Tigers close regular season with heartbreaking loss at home

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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LSU basketball closed its regular season with a thrilling triple overtime game against Texas A&M, but ultimately fell 94-91 to the Aggies on Saturday, March 7 at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. The Tigers put forth one of their strongest first-half performances of the season, but were unable to hold on for the victory.

Why it matters

The loss caps off a disappointing regular season for the LSU basketball team, who finished with a 15-16 record and just 3-15 in SEC play. However, the close and competitive nature of the game against a conference rival shows the Tigers' potential and ability to play with top teams when they are at their best.

The details

LSU built an early lead in the game, including a strong first half showing. However, the Aggies were able to battle back and force the game into three overtimes before ultimately prevailing 94-91. The loss was a tough way for the Tigers to end their regular season schedule.

  • The game was played on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
  • LSU closed out its regular season with the loss.

The players

LSU Tigers

The men's basketball team of Louisiana State University, competing in the Southeastern Conference (SEC).

Texas A&M Aggies

The men's basketball team of Texas A&M University, also competing in the SEC.

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What’s next

LSU will now turn its attention to the SEC Tournament, where the Tigers will look to make a run and potentially earn an NCAA Tournament bid despite their regular season struggles.

The takeaway

While the loss was a tough way to end the regular season, the close and competitive nature of the game against a conference rival shows that the LSU basketball team has the potential to play with the best teams in the SEC when they are at their best.