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LSU Tigers News / Yardbarker / August 25
SEC adopts strict policy amid influx of pro players trying to return to college
The SEC is aiming to keep the college in college sports.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 25
NBA Notes: Warriors, Brandon Williams, Timberwolves, Tim Connelly, RJ Luis
The Warriors have agreed to a one-year contract with free agent guard Brandon Williams, his agents told ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal is worth $2.6 million, essentially the veteran minimum for Williams, who emerged as a useful rotation piece in Dallas last season.
Boston Celtics News / Hoops Rumors / August 24
RJ Luis Cleared By Judge To Play For LSU
Former Jazz and Celtics two-way player RJ Luis was granted a temporary injunction on Monday by a judge in Louisiana, paving the way for him to potentially play for LSU in 2026/27, writes Myron Medcalf of ESPN.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
NBA News / LSU Tigers on SI / May 21
Why RJ Luis Becomes Most Fascinating Option, Wildcard For LSU This Season
There is a long offseason ahead for the LSU Tigers and coach Will Wade as he pieces together an unconventional roster for his first season back in Baton Rouge.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
NBA News / Ball Exclusives / May 19
Will Wade is pushing college basketball into dangerous territory
In the latest of what’s becoming a trend, Will Wade and the LSU Tigers have secured another commitment from a former NBA player. According to multiple reports, NBA G-League guard and 2024-25 Big East Player of the Year RJ Luis has agreed to join LSU.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 19
Will Wade is getting ripped for his LSU recruiting strategy
LSU head coach Will Wade is angering a lot of people with his extremely bold recruiting strategy. Reports on Tuesday indicated that former St. John’s standout RJ Luis is transferring to LSU.
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 19
Ex-Celtics Prospect Heads to LSU After NBA Stint as NCAA-NBA Loophole Continues Growing
The NBA G-League remains one of the hottest pursuits for college basketball prospects. However, a former Boston Celtics prospect has taken a whole new route to return to the CBB after a relatively short stint in the NBA.
LSU Tigers News / Yardbarker / May 19
Will Wade back to old ways with controversial signing
Wade, in his second stint as LSU head coach, originally departed the university in controversy in 2022 following a prolonged NCAA investigation over recruiting violations.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
NBA News / LSU Tigers on SI / May 19
LSU Basketball Signs Former NBA Guard
Will Wade keeps landing experienced players to fill out his first roster since returning to LSU. This signing will join guards Austin Nunez, Abdi Bashir Jr. and Divine Ugochukwu in Baton Rouge.
Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / October 18
Celtics Sign Guard Days After Cutting Him
Just days after cutting former two-way rookie swingman RJ Luis Jr., the Boston Celtics have opted to re-sign him on an Exhibit 10 training camp deal, reports Noa Dalzell of CLNS.
Boston Celtics News / Celtics Life / October 16
Boston Celtics sign Ron Harper Jr. to two-way contract, waive RJ Luis
Ron Harper Jr. has earned a coveted two-way contract with the the Boston Celtics. To open up the spot the Celtics waived RJ Luis who was acquired in a trade with the Jazz where Boston traded two 2nd round picks to Utah for them to absorb the contract of Georges Niang.
Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 15, 2025
Celtics’ Latest Addition Could Be Bad News For Young Forward: Report
The Boston Celtics have acquired RJ Luis Jr. from the Utah Jazz in exchange for Georges Niang and a couple of second-round picks. It was a trade that the Celtics wanted to do to shed more salary.
Boston Celtics News / Boston Celtics on SI / August 15, 2025
Celtics Tried to Sign Rookie Before Trading Multiple Draft Picks For Him
The Boston Celtics were looking to add some rookies after the draft, who they believe could have added some value to the roster. With next year likely going to be a gap year, they are looking to develop some players.
Boston Celtics News / Fastbreak on SI / August 6, 2025
Boston Celtics Announce Trade For 22-Year-Old Guard
RJ Luis Jr. played his college basketball at Massachusetts and St John's. He finished last year with averages of 18.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.4 steals per contest while shooting 43.9% from the field and 33.6% from the three-point range in 35 games.
NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 5, 2025
Celtics trade recent acquisition, picks to Jazz for rookie
Utah is utilizing part of the $26.6M trade exception created in last month’s three-team trade in which Utah dealt John Collins to the Clippers, Bobby Marks of ESPN tweets.
St. John's Red Storm News / Hoops Rumors / June 27, 2025
Jazz sign reigning Big East Player of the Year to a two-way deal
He reportedly turned down lucrative NIL offers to return to college, but didn’t hear his name called in the second round, making him an unrestricted free agent.
Big East Player of the Year to remain in NBA Draft
The 6-foot-7 guard is coming off an outstanding season with the Red Storm, being named Big East Player of the Year and earning second-team All-America honors. He was also voted the Most Outstanding Player in this year’s Big East Tournament.
College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / May 14, 2025
RJ Luis Reveals Major Update On NBA Draft Status After Combine
RJ Luis is sticking to his plan—for now. The former St. John’s star and reigning Big East Player of the Year told ESPN’s Jeff Borzello on Wednesday that he remains “all-in” on staying in the NBA Draft, despite entering the transfer portal following his breakout junior season.
College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 24, 2025
St. John's Reacts to RJ Luis News After Unexpected Transfer Portal Decision
This past season for the St. John's Red Storm men's basketball team will forever be remembered in the program's history. Under the leadership of head coach Rick Pitino, St.
College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 23, 2025
St. John's Reacts to RJ Luis Announcement After College Basketball Season
Rick Pitino led the St. John's men's basketball team back to college basketball prominence this past season. The Red Storm won the Big East Tournament title and entered the NCAA Tournament as a No.
College Basketball News / Gonzaga Bulldogs on SI / March 31, 2025
Would St. John's transfer RJ Luis Jr. be a good fit at Gonzaga?
St. John's Red Storm star RJ Luis Jr., the reigning Big East Player of the Year, can also be referred to as the most accomplished player to ever hit the college basketball transfer portal.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 29, 2025
St. John's RJ Luis Jr. enters NBA draft, transfer portal
St. John's star forward RJ Luis Jr. is declaring for the 2025 NBA Draft and entering the transfer portal, multiple media outlets reported Saturday. Luis has one season of college eligibility remaining.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 22, 2025
St. John's poor shooting caught up to them at worst time
Their magical season ended on Saturday in the Round of 32 when they were on the losing end of a 75-66 decision against No. 10 seed Arkansas.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 23, 2025
Men's NCAA Tournament Round of 32 winners, losers: Big 12 owns the day
Half of this year's Sweet 16 is set. Saturday was another day of mostly chalk in the 2025 men's NCAA Tournament, with one notable exception.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 21, 2025
RJ Luis Jr., No. 2 St. John's heat up, take down Omaha
RJ Luis Jr. made a career-high five 3-pointers and second-seeded St. John's found its shooting stroke en route to an 83-53 victory over No. 15 seed Omaha in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday night in Providence, R.I.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 16, 2025
A villain to 'granny-style' free-throw shooter: 10 players to know in men's NCAA Tournament
The men's NCAA Tournament bracket is set. Now college basketball fans can finally start filling out their own brackets. Here are 10 players to know as March Madness begins in the men's tournament.
College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 8, 2025
No. 12 St. John's capitalizes on turnovers to extend winning streak
Rick Pitino and his St. John's Red Storm team just keep on rolling, picking up their 10th straight win on Friday, knocking off No. 19 UConn, 68-62.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 14, 2025
RJ Luis Jr. scores 19 as St. John's overtakes Georgetown
RJ Luis Jr. withstood shooting struggles and scored 19 points, including the tiebreaking free throws with 6:16 remaining as St. John's rallied from a 15-point deficit and earned a 63-58 victory over Georgetown on Tuesday in New York.
College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 13, 2025
RJ Luis Jr., St. John's set sights on Georgetown
St. John's coach Rick Pitino only saw glimpses of RJ Luis Jr.'s capabilities last year because of a shin injury that cost him 10 games and persisted through the season.
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