Jordan McRae scores 34 to lead Vols past LSU, 82-72.

Associated Press photo by Saul YoungTennessee's Josh Richardson attempts to score as LSU's Andre Stringer defends during the first half Tuesday in Knoxville, Tenn.

Tennessee guard Jordan McRae scored a career-high 34 points to lead the Volunteers to a 82-72 victory against LSU in Knoxville, Tenn.

LSU was led by Johnny O'Bryant III, who scored 24 points.

The loss snapped a two-game conference winning streak for LSU (15-9, 6-7).

Tennessee (15-10, 7-6) has a four-game conferece winning streak.