Unranked Mississippi State toppled No. 9 LSU on Monday, delivering a second straight loss to the reigning national champions in a 77-73 upset.
It's the first time LSU has lost consecutive games since the 2021-22 season. LSU also lost to No. 1 South Carolina on Thursday. The Tigers dropped to 18-4 (5-3, SEC) with the loss, while Mississippi State improved to 17-5 (4-3).
The game was tight as LSU took a 40-35 edge into halftime in Starkville. Mississippi State tied the game at 46-46 with an 11-6 run after halftime, then took the lead for good at 55-53 on a Darrione Rogers jumper.