A day after its season came to an end with a loss to UCLA in the Elite Eight, LSU women's basketball is losing a key forward to the transfer portal. On Monday, it was reported that Sa'Myah Smith would explore her options outside of Baton Rouge.
Smith came up big for LSU in the NCAA Tournament, scoring 20 points against Florida State and 21 vs. NC State. Smith scored four points in LSU's loss to UCLA but was instrumental in keeping UCLA star Lauren Betts in check. At 6-foot-2, Smith was Kim Mulkey's most reliable big in 2025.
Smith signed with LSU in 2022 and was a member of LSU's national title team. She averaged 4.6 points and 14.7 minutes per game during LSU's championship campaign.
In 79 career games for the Tigers, Smith made 36 starts and averaged 6.1 points. She was a factor on the defensive end, averaging 1.3 blocks per game in her LSU career.
News: #LSU forward Sa’Myah Smith has entered the NCAA Transfer Portal after three seasons in Baton Rouge.
— Zack Nagy (@znagy20) March 31, 2025
Smith is coming off of an impressive stint in the NCAA Tournament with a big-time performance in the Sweet 16.
Huge development for the Tigers in a critical offseason. pic.twitter.com/HXxcCOFNMY
Smith is a big loss. With Aneesah Morrow off to the WNBA and Smith entering the portal, LSU's frontcourt will look a lot different next season. Landing a top forward will be a priority for Mulkey and crew in the transfer portal.
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