LSU has dominated while winning its first two games of the season.

The Tigers will try to continue their inside-outside balance when they face Florida International (1-1) on Thursday night in Baton Rouge, La.

LSU defeated Tarleton State by 36 points in their opener and New Orleans by 35 on Monday, averaging a 47.5-28 advantage in rebounds and a 45-27 edge in points in the paint.

"I truly feel like we've got the best frontcourt in the nation," Tigers forward Michael Nwoko said. "I feel like we're bigger and more skilled than most teams, from the wings to the bigs."

The one negative for the Tigers in their opener was the 16 turnovers they committed. Coach Matt McMahon emphasized cutting down on turnovers, and LSU had just seven against New Orleans while matching the 21 assists it had in

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