The LSU Basketball team has secured experienced guard tandem Cam Carter and Jordan Sears from the transfer portal, providing a significant boost for the 2024-25 season. Carter, a transfer from Kansas State, and Sears, from UT Martin, bring scoring prowess and vital experience to the team, augmenting the talent already present.

By the Numbers
  • Carter scored 14.6 points per game, with 5 rebounds and 2.6 assists per game in the 2023-24 season.
  • Sears averaged 21.6 points per game, with nearly five rebounds and assists per game over two seasons at UT Martin.
  • Sears boasted an impressive 43.2% shooting, 43.2% from three, and 83% from the free-throw line in the past season.
  • Carter, although not as prolific a shooter as Sears, maintained a solid 30% three-point shooting and 39.1% from the field.
State of Play
  • The LSU Basketball team's starting lineup will be bolstered by the experience and leadership of Carter and Sears, along with returning experienced players Tyrell Ward and Jalen Reed.
  • The veteran leadership is expected to ease the integration of the incoming freshman class, reducing the early pressure on the younger players.
  • However, the team still faces a pressing need for an experienced center to complete the roster, with efforts underway to secure one from the transfer portal.
What's Next

Matt McMahon's focus is to secure an experienced center to further strengthen the team, potentially elevating LSU to a serious contender in the SEC, should the missing piece be acquired.

Bottom Line

The addition of Cam Carter and Jordan Sears brings vital experience and scoring ability to LSU Basketball, significantly enhancing the team's prospects for the upcoming season. While the current lineup boasts veteran leadership, the addition of a seasoned center would further solidify LSU's position as a formidable competitor in the SEC.