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RJ Luis Cleared to Play for LSU Basketball
25 Aug
Summary
- RJ Luis granted eligibility for LSU's 2026-27 season.
- Former Big East Player of the Year joins LSU Tigers.
- Coach Will Wade attended the player's court hearing.

RJ Luis, a highly anticipated transfer, has officially been granted a preliminary injunction for eligibility to play college basketball with the LSU Tigers for the 2026-27 season. Luis, who was the 2025 Big East Player of the Year at St. John's, will now join head coach Will Wade's squad.
This development follows a period of uncertainty for the LSU program. Coach Wade himself was present at Luis' court hearing, showing his support for the player. Luis began his college career at UMass in 2022 before transferring to St. John's, where he quickly became a prominent player.