LSU Dominates Alabama 103-63 in Women's Basketball

Tigers' depth and defense key to blowout victory

Feb. 1, 2026 at 9:15pm

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The LSU women's basketball team defeated Alabama 103-63 in a dominant performance, with four players scoring in double digits and the team recording 11 blocks. Guard Zakiyah Johnson and forward Kate Koval spoke to the media after the game, highlighting the team's depth and the energy provided by their strong defensive effort.

Why it matters

This win showcases LSU's strength as a team, with contributions from multiple players on both ends of the court. The Tigers' depth and defensive intensity will be important factors as they look to continue their success and make a deep run in the postseason.

The details

LSU's offense was firing on all cylinders, with four players reaching double-digit scoring. The team's defense was also stifling, recording 11 blocks as a unit. Koval led the way with 3 blocks, and she noted how the team's defensive energy feeds off of each other.

  • The game was played on February 1, 2026.
  • LSU will travel to Austin to take on the Texas Longhorns on Thursday at 8:00 p.m.

The players

Zakiyah Johnson

LSU guard who spoke to the media after the game.

Kate Koval

LSU forward who led the team with 3 blocks and spoke about the team's defensive energy.

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What they’re saying

“We have a lot of depth on our team. Everyone knows what to do once they come out there.”

— Zakiyah Johnson, LSU Guard (lsureveille.com)

“Blocking shots just brings so much energy, and we just get hype for each other. I feel like it definitely is contagious.”

— Kate Koval, LSU Forward (lsureveille.com)

What’s next

LSU will travel to Austin to take on the Texas Longhorns on Thursday at 8:00 p.m.

The takeaway

LSU's dominant win over Alabama showcases the team's depth and defensive intensity, which will be key factors as they look to continue their success and make a deep postseason run.