RJ Luis, the former St. John’s star, won’t be playing for LSU this season after all. This is a gut punch for Tigers fans, as he’s reportedly been ruled ineligible by the SEC, completely wiping out his return to college. You have to wonder what’s going through his head right now.
The SEC Rule That Just Banned Him
So, what’s the deal? It turns out Luis is reportedly in violation of a conference rule that’s pretty clear: players cannot return to college after signing a professional contract. That’s a tough break, especially when you’re trying to make a comeback to the NCAA scene. CBS Sports’ Matt Norlander dropped the news that Luis won’t be cleared by the SEC to suit up for the Tigers in the 2026-27 season. Talk about a curveball for LSU’s roster plans.
His Pro Ball Journey That Led To This
It gets even more complicated when you look at Luis’s path before LSU. He went undrafted back in 2025, which itself is a tough pill to swallow for any player with pro aspirations. After that, he signed a two-way contract, which gives a player flexibility between the NBA and the G League. Then, he signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Boston Celtics’ G League affiliate in Maine. Those are all professional steps, and clearly, the SEC views them as definitive markers of a player turning pro, making a college return a no-go.
It’s a tough situation for Luis and LSU. With the season now upon us, the Tigers will have to figure out how to move forward without him. This story is still developing, and we’re all watching to see if more details emerge about this wild turn of events.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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