Makes LSU debut LeBlanc (eligibility) had five points (2-2 FG, 1-2 FT) and eight rebounds across 14 minutes off the bench in Monday's 88-66 victory over Sam Houston State. Impact LeBlanc was expected to return in mid-December for the Tigers, though the exact date was unclear. Even though his initial application for a waiver was denied, the Georgetown transfer was expected to be available at semester due to only suiting up for six games for the Hoyas in 2019-20. The timing here couldn't have been better, as LSU was without sophomore forward Trendon Watford in this contest due to a lower-leg injury. It was Charles Manning who entered the starting five in Watford's stead, though LeBlanc still saw significantly more run than fellow center Bryan Penn-Johnson. Look for his role to gradually expand, though the frontcourt is admittedly a bit crowded in Baton Rouge.
DECEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE