RJ Luis Denied Eligibility for LSU After SEC Blocks Injunction

LSU has reportedly abandoned its eligibility fight for former St. John's star RJ Luis Jr., accepting that the SEC will not budge on its policy banning players who previously signed NBA or G League contracts. Despite a Louisiana court preliminary injunction favoring Luis, the SEC's strict rules kept the 6-foot-7 wing off the roster. Luis averaged 18.2 points per game and earned Big East Player of the Year honors during the 2024-25 campaign.