Texas vs. LSU: Top-Five Showdown Set for Sunday at Moody Center
The Texas Longhorns (25-2, 11-1 SEC) are gearing up for a blockbuster top-five battle against the LSU Tigers (25-1, 10-1 SEC) on Sunday, February 16, at the Moody Center in Austin. With national rankings on the line and both teams surging in the SEC standings, this highly anticipated matchup will be broadcast nationally on ABC at 2:00 p.m. CT. The game will also be available on 103.1 FM in Austin with Craig Way and Cameron Parker calling the action.
Texas Looks to Extend Home Dominance
The Moody Center has been a fortress for the Longhorns, as they boast a 13-0 home record this season and an overall 45-5 mark since the arena opened. Texas has won 20 straight games at home, a streak they’ll look to extend against an LSU squad that has lost just once all year.
Statement Wins and National Recognition
Texas continues to stack impressive victories, securing its eighth ranked win of the season with a dominant 67-49 victory over No. 8 Kentucky. That win marked their fifth triumph over a top-10 opponent this season, solidifying their status as one of the nation’s elite teams.
Their remarkable run has not gone unnoticed—Texas was recently named the USBWA National Team of the Week for the second time this season after defeating No. 24 Vanderbilt and No. 2 South Carolina. Madison Booker continues to shine, earning AP National Player of the Week and SEC Player of the Week honors while landing on the Wooden Award Top 20 Watch List for National Player of the Year.
Vic Schaefer’s Winning Formula
Head coach Vic Schaefer has built a powerhouse in Austin, leading his teams to 20+ wins for 12 consecutive seasons. This year, the Longhorns’ 25-2 record marks their best start since the 2015-16 season. Schaefer has now guided teams to 25+ wins in a season 10 times in his career.
Players to Watch: Booker, Harmon, and the Dominant Frontcourt
- Madison Booker is thriving under the bright lights, averaging 22.6 points, 7.0 rebounds, and shooting over 50% from the field in Texas’ last five wins against ranked teams.
- Rori Harmon continues to prove her defensive prowess, earning spots on the Naismith Defensive Player of the Year watch list and the top-10 finalists for the Nancy Lieberman Point Guard of the Year Award.
- Kyla Oldacre and Taylor Jones form a lethal frontcourt duo, combining for 22.2 points, 12.9 rebounds, 69 blocks, and an impressive 62.8% field goal percentage. Jones is just 11 points away from 1,000 career points at Texas after recently eclipsing 1,000 career rebounds in the win over South Carolina.
Defense & Rebounding: The Keys to Victory
Texas has been suffocating opponents on the defensive end, outscoring teams 33-8 in points off turnovers over their last two wins. Their dominance on the boards continues, as they pulled down 20 offensive rebounds against Kentucky. The Longhorns are 15-0 when holding opponents below 40% shooting, making defense and rebounding their blueprint for success against LSU.
A Must-Watch Showdown
With SEC title implications and national championship aspirations on the line, Sunday’s battle between Texas and LSU promises to be a thriller. The Moody Center crowd will be rocking as the Longhorns aim to defend their home court and add another statement win to their already remarkable season.
Stay tuned for full coverage and postgame reactions!
