LSU head coach Matt McMahon announced that former Tiger basketball player Jalen Courtney-Williams is joining the LSU men’s basketball coaching staff as an assistant coach after three years at Creighton and previous stints at McNeese and Mississippi State. Creighton, with Courtney-Williams on staff, reached the NCAA Tournament in all three years, advancing to the Sweet 16 in a season with 25 wins.

By the Numbers
  • Creighton won 24 games and made it to the BIG EAST semifinals in 2023.
  • Under Courtney-Williams, Creighton won 23 games in the 2021-22 season.
Yes, But

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State of Play
  • Courtney-Williams is described as a "star in the profession" with elite recruiting and coaching skills.
  • His hiring at LSU is pending completion of a background check and LSU Board of Supervisors' approval.
What's Next

Courtney-Williams is expected to bring new energy and ideas to LSU's basketball program under Coach McMahon's leadership.

Bottom Line

LSU's addition of Jalen Courtney-Williams to their coaching staff signifies a significant boost in recruitment prowess and coaching expertise, enhancing the team's prospects for continued success in upcoming seasons.