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Will Wade's Tigers Are Winning With Defense — But the Real Test Awaits

Three games, three 40-point blowouts and a defensive intensity rarely seen during Will Wade's first stint at LSU. The Tigers are establishing a new identity, but Saturday's showdown with No. 14 Gonzaga will provide their first true test.
November 9, 2026
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In his first stint at LSU coach, Will Wade did not build teams around their defense.

Three games into Wade’s second tour of duty with the Tigers, his players are attempting to make defense their calling card.

A third consecutive mid-major opponent was overwhelmed by LSU at the PMAC on Monday night. Like LSUNO and Texas Southern, Louisiana Tech had no chance putting up points in a consistent manner against the Tigers.

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