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LSU Defeats Arkansas 79-77 - Recap

LSU got 21 points from Trendon Watford as they ran past Arkansas 79-77 on Wednesday at Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Bettors who backed LSU were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -6.0.

LSU got 19 points from Skylar Mays and another 16 points from Darius Days. Emmitt Williams contributed 3 assists, while Darius Days cleaned the glass with 16 rebounds.

Arkansas got 24 points from Mason Jones in a losing cause and another 22 points from Jimmy Whitt Jr.. Mason Jones contributed 4 assists for them, while Adrio Bailey had 7 rebounds.

LSU was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

LSU had a 49-21 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

LSU heads into a battle against Mississippi State. Arkansas, meanwhile, will have their next action against Mississippi.