NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 25, 2026Miami-Dade
Judge clears RJ Luis Jr. to play for LSU basketball team
A judge ruled on Monday evening that RJ Luis Jr. is eligible to practice and compete for the LSU Tigers men's basketball team. The decision follows the athlete's previous stints with two NBA organizations.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – Main FeedWhy It Matters
The ruling determines the eligibility of a key athlete to participate in the upcoming college basketball season for LSU.
Key Facts
- A judge issued a ruling on Monday evening clearing RJ Luis Jr. to participate in LSU basketball activities.
- RJ Luis Jr. is a former St. John's player.
- The athlete previously spent time with two NBA clubs prior to signing with LSU.
Who's Mentioned
personTony Clayton“Attorney for RJ Luis Jr.”organizationNCAA“Governing body for college athletics”organizationSt. John's“Former university of RJ Luis Jr.”organizationBoston Celtics“NBA team”organizationLSU“Louisiana State University”personRJ Luis Jr.“College basketball player seeking eligibility at LSU”personWill Wade“LSU basketball coach”organizationNBA“Professional basketball league where the player spent time”personRonald R. Johnson“East Baton Rouge Parish District Court judge”personTaylor Askew“Attorney for the NCAA”personCharles Bediako“Former Alabama player cited as a legal precedent”organizationUtah Jazz“NBA team”personElliot Abrams“Attorney for RJ Luis Jr.”