For the second consecutive year, LSU basketball's Jalen Reed has suffered a season-ending injury.
Tigers coach Matt McMahon announced Tuesday the redshirt junior forward will be out for the remainder of the 2025-26 season following an Achilles injury suffered Friday night against Drake.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement"Jalen Reed suffered a season-ending (left) Achilles tendon injury during last Friday night’s game versus Drake. He underwent successful surgery this morning in Baton Rouge," McMahon said in a statement released Tuesday afternoon. "We are absolutely heartbroken and devastated for Jalen. His journey back to the court has been inspiring to everyone in our program."
Reed previously tore his ACL against Florida State in December 2024, limiting his junior year to just eight games. This season, he appeared in six games — all off the bench — and averaged 9.5 points and 5.7 rebounds per game.
More LSU Sports: New LSU football Lane Kiffin talks decision to leave Ole Miss
Dec 3, 2024; Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA; LSU Tigers forward Jalen Reed (9) drives to the basket against Florida State Seminoles forward Malique Ewin (12) during the first half at Pete Maravich Assembly Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn ImagesMore LSU Sports: How Lane Kiffin can earn bonuses from LSU before coaching a game
This article originally appeared on Lafayette Daily Advertiser: LSU basketball's Jalen Reed ruled out for season with Achilles injury
AdvertisementAdvertisement