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The SEC Tournament Final Drama: South Carolina vs. LSU
It was a showdown for the books as the No. 1 South Carolina Gamecocks clashed with the No. 8 LSU Tigers in the SEC tournament final. The game took a tumultuous turn in the final minutes, leading to a series of ejections and a chaotic scene on the court.
Controversy Strikes
With just over two minutes left on the clock, LSU guard Flau’jae Johnson delivered a controversial elbow to South Carolina’s Ashlyn Watkins, sparking a heated altercation between the two teams. The incident quickly escalated into a shoving match, with players from both benches rushing onto the court to join the fray.
Among the chaos, South Carolina center Kamilla Cardoso took matters into her own hands, charging at Johnson and knocking her to the ground. The referees were forced to intervene, resulting in the ejection of multiple players from both teams.
A Family Affair
The drama didn’t end there as a fan, identified as Johnson’s brother, leaped over the scorer’s table onto the court, adding another layer of chaos to the already tense situation. Security quickly stepped in to remove the fan from the premises.
Short-Handed Showdown
Following the ejections, both teams found themselves significantly short-handed for the final minutes of the game. With only five players left on the court, the Gamecocks and the Tigers battled it out in a 5-on-5 showdown to determine the tournament winner.
Consequences and Victories
As a result of the altercation, Cardoso was ejected for fighting, leading to a suspension for the Gamecocks’ upcoming NCAA tournament opener. However, the rest of the ejected players will be eligible to compete in the first round of the tournament.
Despite the chaos, South Carolina emerged victorious with a 79–72 win over LSU, securing their eighth SEC tournament championship. With a perfect 32–0 record, the Gamecocks remain the only unbeaten team in men’s or women’s basketball, while LSU stands at 28–5.
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