Justice Hill set to return for LSU basketball against Texas Tech, per report
Justice Hill is set to return to the court Saturday for LSU against Texas Tech in the SEC/Big 12 challenge. The former Murray State guard had missed the past 2 weeks with a personal issue.
Hill played just 18 minutes in his last outing with the Tigers, scoring 3 points in a 40-point loss to Alabama on Jan 14.
LSU’s Justice Hill (personal) is available for today’s game against Texas Tech, per Matt McMahon. Averages 6.9 PPG. Has not played since 1/14.
— Jon Rothstein (@JonRothstein) January 28, 2023
Hill is a good scorer for the Tigers, adding 2 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game across his 17 appearances this year. He’s one of 3 Murray State transfers on the team, joining KJ Williams and Trae Hannibal.
The Tigers play a crucial role in winning the SEC the challenge for the 2nd straight season. LSU and Texas Tech has both struggled mightily in their respective conference schedules. Neither has won a game in the month of January.
LSU hosts the Red Raiders at 2 p.m. EST on ESPNU.