FSU basketball edges LSU in exhibition game with late steal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 7:36 PM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
Florida State University held off a late challenge from LSU to secure an 89-87 victory during their exhibition game at the Donald L. Tucker Center on October 24. FSU initially fell behind but rallied to take a 38-31 lead by halftime. The second half included a back-and-forth struggle, with LSU tying the game late. However, Elisee Assui's critical plays and Anthony Robinson II's late steal allowed FSU to clinch the win. The exhibition served as a final tune-up for both teams before regular-season play begins soon.
- •FSU led at halftime 38-31 after overcoming an early deficit.
- •Shon Abaev scored 26 points to lead the Seminoles.
- •Elisee Assui contributed 11 points in the second half.
- •Anthony Robinson II sealed the win with a late steal.
- •The game showcased FSU's incoming talent before the season starts.
- 7:36 PMYahoo Sports — FSU men’s basketball holds off LSU in exhibition thriller
"A nail-biter of a win to close out the exhibition slate for the Seminoles.
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