LSU head coach Kim Mulkey had a clear message for the rest of the country following her team’s statement victory over Florida State: the Tigers are locked in and ready to defend their national title. After a dominant performance that saw LSU impose its will on both ends of the floor, Mulkey made it clear that her squad is peaking at the right time and is not to be underestimated.
“We’re not here to just be a good team—we’re here to be the best,” Mulkey said in her postgame press conference. “People have questioned us all season, but we’re proving that when we play our brand of basketball, we’re as tough as anybody in the country.”
LSU’s win was fueled by star performances from Angel Reese and Flau’jae Johnson, who showcased their ability to take over games on both ends of the court. The Tigers dominated the glass, controlled the tempo, and made key defensive stops when it mattered most. With March Madness approaching, Mulkey’s team appears to be hitting its stride at the perfect time.
Mulkey’s message was clear—LSU is ready for anyone who stands in their way, and they have no intention of relinquishing their throne without a fight.
