Will Wade introduced as new LSU basketball coach. Live updates for his press conference

Will Wade is back in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

After four seasons away, the 43-year-old coach is back as the LSU men’s basketball coach following stops at McNeese and North Carolina State. Wade is being introduced as the new Tigers coach, starting for the 2026-27 college basketball season on March 30.

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In his first stint with LSU, Wade had a 105-51 record, including a run to the Sweet 16 in 2019. However, he was suspended for the final five games of the 2021-22 season after the NCAA served a notice to the school based on the findings of investigations into alleged recruiting violations.

Wade spent the 2023-24 season with McNeese, leading the program to an NCAA Tournament berth. He then coached the program to its first tournament win the following season. He signed a six-year contract with N.C. State on March 22, 2025.

LSU opted to bring back Wade and fire head coach Matt McMahon last week. McMahon was 60-70 in four years after replacing Wade, including going 15-17 and 3-15 in SEC play this past season.

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USA TODAY is bringing you live coverage of Wade’s introductory press conference with LSU on Monday. Stay updated here:

Will Wade introduced as LSU coach live updates

Verge Ausberry thanks Matt McMahon

LSU’s Vice President and Director of Athletics, Verge Ausberry, is the first to speak at Will Wade’s introductory press conference. He starts the press conference by thanking Matt McMahon.

Ausberry said that Wade was the only coach that LSU spoke to about the position.

Will Wade greeted by ‘LSU’ chants

Will Wade has made his entrance and was greeted by “LSU” chants from fans in attendance.

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How to watch Will Wade, LSU press conference

Will Wade’s introductory press conference for LSU men’s basketball will be streamed on SEC Network+, available on ESPN+ or in the ESPN app.

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