LSU Emerging as a Powerhouse: Tigers in Prime Position to Land MiLaysia Fulwiley and Serah Williams
There’s a new wave of excitement building in Baton Rouge — and it’s not just about LSU football. In the world of women’s college basketball, Kim Mulkey’s Tigers are generating serious buzz as the leading contender to land two of the nation’s most electrifying players: MiLaysia Fulwiley and Serah Williams.
If LSU secures both stars, the Tigers could very well become the epicenter of the sport next season. Baton Rouge might soon be home to the most thrilling show in college basketball, and Mulkey’s already powerful program could reach an entirely new level of dominance.
Let’s break down why Fulwiley and Williams could change the national landscape — and why LSU might be the perfect fit for both.
MiLaysia Fulwiley isn’t just another top recruit. She’s a transformational player — the kind that forces opposing coaches to rethink their defensive gameplans and fans to drop whatever they’re doing just to watch her in action. After a breakout season at South Carolina, Fulwiley entered the transfer portal in search of a bigger role and even brighter spotlight. LSU quickly emerged as a prime landing spot.
What makes Fulwiley such a magnetic talent? Start with her breathtaking handles. Watching Fulwiley attack defenders is like watching an artist at work — she doesn’t just dribble past opponents; she embarrasses them. Her ability to stop, start, change direction, and find her shot in traffic is reminiscent of NBA-level creativity. She has Steph Curry’s flair combined with a scoring instinct that seems built for high-stakes March Madness moments.
Last season, Fulwiley averaged 11.5 points, 3.1 assists, and 2.7 rebounds per game coming off the bench for Dawn Staley’s stacked Gamecocks. Even in limited minutes, she dazzled. Imagine what she could do with a full green light in Mulkey’s offense — a system that has embraced high-paced, dynamic playmakers like Angel Reese, Hailey Van Lith, and Flau’jae Johnson.
LSU would offer Fulwiley exactly what she’s looking for: a starring role on a national championship contender, with a coach who won’t hesitate to hand her the keys to the offense.
“She’s the type of player who’s built for the big stage,” one high-major coach told On3 Sports. “LSU would be scary with her. Flat-out scary.”
While Fulwiley commands attention with her flash and shot-making, Serah Williams brings the kind of physicality, versatility, and maturity that championship teams are built around. The Wisconsin standout entered the portal after an incredible sophomore season in which she averaged 17.6 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 2.7 blocks per game, earning All-Big Ten honors.
Williams is the perfect modern big. She can dominate the paint, step out and hit mid-range jumpers, defend multiple positions, and run the floor like a wing. Her defensive instincts, in particular, are elite — she’s a natural rim protector who alters shots and controls the glass.
For LSU, adding Williams would help replace the massive interior presence they lost when Angel Reese declared for the WNBA Draft. It would also free up players like Aneesah Morrow and Mikaylah Williams to play more natural roles, creating better spacing and balance.
“Serah Williams is a matchup nightmare,” an SEC assistant coach said. “She’s tough, skilled, and disciplined. She could easily be an SEC Player of the Year candidate if she ends up at LSU.”
Pairing Fulwiley’s electric perimeter play with Williams’ dominant interior game could create a devastating inside-outside attack — the kind of combination that wins national titles.
Of course, none of this happens without Kim Mulkey.
The Hall of Fame head coach has turned LSU into a transfer portal destination. In the NIL era, no one has adapted faster or more effectively than Mulkey. She’s built championship-caliber rosters not just through high school recruiting, but by identifying top portal targets and convincing them that Baton Rouge is the place where stars are made.
Just look at her track record: Angel Reese, Aneesah Morrow, Hailey Van Lith, and several others have all made major impacts after transferring to LSU. Mulkey’s pitch is simple but powerful: come here, win, and build your brand.
LSU’s investment in its women’s basketball program has also been a major draw. The Tigers have national championship rings, sell-out crowds, cutting-edge facilities, and one of the largest NIL ecosystems in women’s sports. For elite players looking to maximize both their basketball careers and earning potential, it’s hard to find a better option.
The Tigers have momentum, swagger, and resources — and Mulkey knows exactly how to use all three.
Projecting the 2025 LSU lineup with Fulwiley and Williams is enough to make SEC coaches lose sleep.
Fulwiley would likely slot in as the starting point guard, giving LSU a dynamic shot creator and playmaker capable of taking over games. Her ability to break down defenses would open up wide-open looks for LSU’s sharpshooters and make life miserable for opponents trying to keep her out of the lane.
Meanwhile, Williams would anchor the paint. Her rebounding prowess and shot-blocking would stabilize LSU’s defense, allowing Mulkey’s guards to pressure more aggressively on the perimeter without fear of giving up easy baskets inside. On offense, Williams would provide a steady scoring presence around the rim and stretch defenses with her mid-range game.
Surrounding Fulwiley and Williams with proven stars like Aneesah Morrow, Mikaylah Williams, and Flau’jae Johnson could give LSU the deepest, most versatile roster in America.
Imagine this starting five:
- PG: MiLaysia Fulwiley
- SG: Mikaylah Williams
- SF: Flau’jae Johnson
- PF: Aneesah Morrow
- C: Serah Williams
That’s not just a national title contender. That’s a potential dynasty.
Landing Fulwiley and Williams wouldn’t just be a short-term win for LSU — it would be a statement to the rest of the country.
The message would be clear: LSU isn’t just a one-year wonder. They are building something sustainable, something powerful, something that could dominate women’s college basketball for years to come.
In an era when player movement and NIL opportunities have reshaped the sport, the programs that adapt and invest the most aggressively will thrive. LSU is already ahead of the curve, and securing Fulwiley and Williams would put them even further ahead.
The Tigers wouldn’t just have the talent advantage; they would have the star power, the coaching, the fan support, and the brand to dominate the headlines — and the scoreboard.
Of course, nothing is official yet. Both Fulwiley and Williams are weighing their options carefully. Other schools, including several SEC rivals and national powers, are making aggressive pitches.
But the momentum around LSU is real. Multiple sources have indicated that the Tigers are “in strong position” to land both players, and LSU’s track record in portal recruiting speaks for itself.
The next few weeks could determine the future of women’s college basketball. If LSU pulls this off, the 2025 season might just belong to Baton Rouge before it even tips off.
MiLaysia Fulwiley and Serah Williams are two of the most exciting players available in college basketball right now. Both are game-changers in their own right. Together, they could transform LSU into not just a championship favorite — but a potential dynasty.
In a sport that’s growing faster than ever, fueled by NIL deals, sold-out arenas, and rising TV ratings, star power matters more than ever. LSU has a chance to become the epicenter of that growth, showcasing two elite talents under one of the game’s greatest coaches.
If you thought LSU’s national championship run two seasons ago was impressive, just wait.
The Tigers might be about to level up again — and the rest of college basketball better be ready.
Because if MiLaysia Fulwiley and Serah Williams both choose Baton Rouge, the road to the 2025 national championship might just run straight through LSU.
