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sports15 days ago•4 min saved

LSU's Will Wade Defends 'Unconventional' Roster Amid Eligibility Limbo

LSU head coach Will Wade defended his 'unconventional' roster strategy, which currently lists only four players, despite the 2026-27 season approaching. The Tigers face significant eligibility hurdles for 11 recruits, including former NBA draft participant RJ Luis Jr. Wade stated he will abide by SEC rules regarding Luis but expressed confidence in his unconventional approach, comparing it to the early days of Uber and Airbnb. The team has not qualified for the NCAA Tournament in four years and finished last in the SEC last season.

via CBS Sports|

#lsu-basketball #ncaa-eligibility #rj-luis-jr

sports-college-basketball4 months ago•4 min saved

Wade’s LSU Reload Pushes NCAA Rules to the Brink

LSU coach Will Wade is pursuing an aggressive roster build, signing former pro RJ Luis Jr. for the 2026–27 season and reportedly planning a lawsuit to overturn NCAA eligibility rules that bar players who sign NBA contracts from returning to college. The move, along with LSU’s pursuit of other European pros, could prompt scrutiny and potentially upend how eligibility and rosters are handled in the NIL era.

via Sports Illustrated|

#college-basketball #lsu #ncaa

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

Celtics trade Niang and draft picks to Jazz for RJ Luis, sign Boucher

The Boston Celtics traded Georges Niang to the Utah Jazz for two second-round picks and rookie RJ Luis Jr., aiming to reduce salary and rebuild, while the Jazz gain veteran experience. The Celtics are focusing on financial flexibility and rebuilding around key players like Jayson Tatum, while the Jazz add veteran presence to a young team.

via New York Post|

#celtics #draft-picks #jazz