Former St. John’s star RJ Luis Jr. cleared to play for LSU after winning injunction
The 2025 Big East Player of the Year can play for the Tigers… for now.
New York, NY - March 13: Former St. John's standout RJ Luis Jr. has been granted a temporary injunction by a Louisiana judge, paving the way for his return to college basketball in the 2026-27 season. Despite signing multiple NBA contracts, Luis will be eligible to play for LSU. The NBA's former consensus All-American, who was undrafted in 2025, signed a two-way contract with the Utah Jazz, was traded to the Boston Celtics, and played briefly for their G-League affiliate.
However, injuries forced him to miss the entire 2025 season. Luis's attorneys argued that he had not played an NBA or G-League regular season game, arguing that he had less professional experience than other international signings. The NCAA countered the argument, pointing out that Luis had chosen to leave college for the NBA, unlike other international players.
Just days before Luis's hearing, SEC commissioner Greg Sankey wrote to a Louisiana courthouse, arguing that athletes with professional contracts should not be allowed to compete in college sports.
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