January 24, 2025
Locked On Women’s Basketball: SEC news and analysis
By The Next
LSU, South Carolina and Texas battle for SEC supremacy
On Friday’s episode of Locked On Women’s Basketball, The Next’s SEC beat reporter Wilton Jackson joins host Natalie Heavren to discuss all things SEC, starting with Madison Booker and Taylor Jones leading Texas past Tennessee. The pair also check in with Alabama, Vanderbilt and Kentucky, as well as talk about Friday night’s matchup between LSU and South Carolina. Jackson also chats about what he’s looking forward to as the rest of this SEC season plays out.
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During the podcast, Jackson previews Friday’s marquee matchup between LSU and South Carolina. This game is especially intriguing as LSU, led by star players like Aneesah Morrow, Mikaylah Williams, and Flau’jae Johnson, seeks to defeat Dawn Staley’s South Carolina team for the first time under Kim Mulkey’s leadership. The matchup will showcase star power on both sides, with South Carolina relying on players like Joyce Edwards and Raven Johnson to counter LSU’s dynamic trio. The absence of Ashlyn Watkins due to an ACL injury leaves South Carolina vulnerable in the post, which could give Morrow, known for her rebounding prowess, an advantage.
The game will also hinge on how both teams perform in transition and defend the 3-point line. South Carolina’s Te-Hina Paopao is always a threat from beyond the arc, and LSU will need to limit her impact if they hope to succeed. The battle in the post between Morrow and South Carolina’s freshman Edwards, along with the guard play from Johnson and LSU’s Williams, will be crucial. “Will LSU be able to get back in transition to score points?” and “What will LSU’s defense look like against South Carolina?” are key questions that will shape the outcome of this highly anticipated game.
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