LSU Routs Texas Southern 92-51
Donovan Dent and Michael Ruzik each posted double-doubles off the bench and in the starting lineup as LSU won its home opener.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Basketball
LSU men's basketball defeated Texas Southern 92-51. Donovan Dent scored 10 points with 10 assists, and Michael Ruzik added 10 points and 10 rebounds.
Why it matters
The win gives LSU a strong start in its early-season schedule and showcases the contributions of newly arrived players Dent and Ruzik. Dent's perfect ball security over two games signals a steady floor general for the Tigers.
Dent has recorded 20 assists with 0 turnovers across two games, while Ruzik posted 10 points and 10 rebounds off the bench. The extraction does not provide season-long averages or opponent-adjusted efficiency figures for either player.
The players
Donovan Dent
Donovan Dent is a guard who transferred to LSU from UCLA and recorded 10 points and 10 assists in the win.
Michael Ruzik
Michael Ruzik is a forward who previously played basketball in Europe and posted 10 points and 10 rebounds off the bench for LSU.
The details
Dent, a transfer from UCLA, handled the playmaking duties and was set up by teammates for scoring and assist opportunities. Ruzik, who came off the bench, contributed a double-double in the lopsided win.
Timeline
Monday, November 9: LSU hosts Louisiana Tech at the PMAC.
Season Trajectory
Dent's transfer from UCLA to LSU reflects the portal-driven movement of established guards into SEC rotations during the current college basketball cycle. An early 92-51 win against a Southwestern Athletic Conference opponent sets a baseline for how quickly the new additions integrate into the Tigers' system.
Dent's 20 assists with no turnovers over two games give fantasy and bracket watchers a clear read on LSU's ball movement early in the season. Fans attending the PMAC next Monday can expect Dent and Ruzik to be central to the rotation against Louisiana Tech.
The takeaway
Early-season production from newly arrived players like Dent and Ruzik is an encouraging sign for LSU's depth. Watching how their roles develop against stronger opponents will show whether the start is sustainable.
What happens next
LSU hosts Louisiana Tech at the PMAC on Monday, November 9.
Further reading
Follow more Baton Rouge Basketball coverage for context on the Tigers' season.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Reveille.
