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The SEC Tournament final between LSU and South Carolina took a violent turn as both benches emptied onto the court in a heated altercation late in the fourth quarter. The game, which was held at a packed arena in Atlanta, Georgia, came to a dramatic halt as players and coaches from both teams engaged in a physical altercation.
Players Ejected After On-Court Fight
As tensions escalated, players from both teams were ejected from the game after the brawl spilled onto the court. LSU was left with only five players on the court after two of their players were removed, while South Carolina finished the game with six players remaining after four players, including Cardoso, were also kicked out.
The incident began when South Carolina was leading 73-66 with just over 2 minutes remaining. After a steal by South Carolina freshman MiLaysia Fulwiley, a foul by LSU’s Flau’Jae Johnson led to a physical altercation between the players. The confrontation escalated when Cardoso hit Johnson in the back, resulting in chaos on the court.
Unruly Fan Enters the Fray
Adding to the chaos, a fan ran onto the court before being escorted out by security. The man, identified as Johnson’s brother, added to the already tense atmosphere in the arena.
Implications for the Teams
Despite the disruptive incident, Aneesah Morrow led LSU in scoring with 19 points, while Angel Reese contributed 15 points and 10 rebounds. The Tigers were already playing short-handed with junior guard Last-Tea Poa sidelined due to injury.
The altercation and final result add another layer to the rivalry between the two SEC powerhouses. South Carolina, expected to be the top overall seed in the upcoming tournament, continues to dominate LSU, with the Tigers now 0-4 against the Gamecocks, including two losses this season.
Looking Ahead
As the tournament field is set to be announced on Sunday, South Carolina is poised to secure a top seed, while LSU is likely to land a high seed as well. The aftermath of the brawl will undoubtedly have lasting effects on both teams as they prepare for the postseason.
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