The LSU Tigers (7-3) head to Las Vegas Saturday night to face off with the Saint Mary’s Gaels (7-4) as part of the Neon Hoops Showcase benefiting Coaches vs. Cancer. The Gaels are on a four game winning streak and are 1-2 on neutral courts, the same as the Tigers.
Saint Mary’s finished last season with a record of 30-6, led by the incredible big man Jock Landale. They beat Southeastern LA and Washington in the NIT before falling to Utah in overtime, the same team that ended LSU’s season a game prior.
By KenPom efficiency ratings, the Gaels have the 17th best offense in the nation but the 135th best defense.