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Looking ahead: After a wasted season with the No. 1 pick, LSU regroups

It’s never too early to look at what’s to come. Over the next few weeks, we will give you a peek at what is ahead for teams in the Power 5 conferences and some other teams expected to be players on the national scene. Next up: LSU.

Last season, Johnny Jones recruited the No. 1 pick in Thursday night’s NBA draft, Ben Simmons. The Australian superstar mingled with Shaq as the buzz in Baton Rouge grew and a fan base penned a new mantra.

The Tigers, who also added top-15 recruit Antonio Blakeney and returned solid pieces, were back.