Dedan Thomas Jr. - College Basketball News & Rumors

Fully cleared for offseason Thomas (foot) is fully cleared for basketball-related activities, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Back in late-January, Thomas suffered a foot injury that prematurely ended his 2025-26 season, during which he did not play 16 of Louisiana State's games, 11 because of the aforementioned problem. Despite the long-term absence, he earned interest from a fellow Power Five program in Houston, recently among collegiate basketball's most successful teams. UH's interest in Thomas stems from his 2025-26 season, which featured 15.3 points and 6.4 rebounds per game.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Did Houston just find their next great point guard? Looking closely at Dedan Thomas Jr., the point guard who's transferring from LSU to Houston.

APRIL 12 • BUSTINGBRACKETS.COM

Lands at Houston Thomas (foot) will transfer to Houston, per The Field of 68.

Impact Thomas spent two highly productive years running the point at UNLV, and then proved he could do that against top-tier competition by transferring to LSU and having a career year. In Baton Rouge, Thomas put up 15.3 points, 2.8 rebounds and 6.4 assists while shooting 46 percent from the field. The 6-foot-1 guard now projects as Houston's starting point guard for the 2026-27 season.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Kansas' Bidunga, Wake Forest's Harris, Saint Mary's Murauskas among players entering men's portal

Kansas big man Flory Bidunga, Wake Forest’s Juke Harris and Saint Mary’s Paulius Murauskas are among the parade of players entering the transfer portal on the first of 15 days Divi...

APRIL 7 • Associated Press

Dedan Thomas Jr. drawing heavy interest from Kentucky Basketball Will this be the Kentucky Wildcats’ point guard for the 2026-27 season?

APRIL 7 • ASEAOFBLUE.COM

Leaving Baton Rouge Thomas (foot) will enter the transfer portal, per Joe Tipton of On3.

Impact Thomas sat out 16 games in 2025-26, including the final 11 contests of the season for LSU. Still, the junior guard averaged 15.3 points, 2.8 rebounds and 6.4 assists when he did suit up as the Tigers' starting point guard. With at least one year of eligibility remaining and potentially two, the former Runnin' Rebel will now look for his third program in four years. Thomas should be a hot commodity as long as team's feel comfortable with his rehab process.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

LSU Basketball season goes from bad to worse with latest Dedan Thomas Jr. injury update The LSU men's basketball program is enduring yet another tough season on the hardwood. Heading into Saturday's matchup at Tennessee, the Tig...

FEBRUARY 14 • DEATHVALLEYVOICE.COM

Will undergo season-ending surgery Thomas will undergo a season-ending foot surgery, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact This is a major blow for the Tigers, as Thomas was their starting point guard and a steady contributor on offense. He finishes the season with averages of 15.3 points and 6.5 assists per contest. With Thomas out, look for Rashad King to stay as the floor general in the first unit, while Jalen Reece and PJ Carter should also see more playing time in the Tigers' backcourt.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Dedan Thomas Jr. injury update: College hoops insider shares massive bad news on LSU star's availability status against Tennessee Dedan Thomas Jr. will remain out of action for LSU's game against Tennessee. CBS Sports’ Jon Rothstein revealed that the high-scoring guard has been ruled out due to a foot injury.

FEBRUARY 14 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Out at Tennessee Thomas (foot) is out for Louisiana State's tilt with Tennessee on Saturday, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Thomas will now miss his fourth straight game. The junior guard has battled injuries since the calendar flipped to 2026, and he'll remain sidelined as LSU looks to upset the Vols in Knoxville. His next chance to take the court will come Tuesday at Texas.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Still sidelined Thomas (foot) is out for Tuesday's game against Arkansas.

Impact It'll be Thomas's third straight absence and his eighth in the last 11 games. The star point guard has been battling an unspecified foot injury. Look for Rashad King to draw the start Tuesday night. Thomas's next chance to play will come Saturday at Tennessee.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out vs. UGA Thomas (foot) will not appear in Saturday's game against Georgia.

Impact Thomas will miss his second-straight game with a foot injury as the Tigers host the Bulldogs on Saturday. The 6-foot-1 junior, who is averaging 15.3 points, 2.8 rebounds, 6.4 assists and 0.9 steals across 16 games (15 starts), will have his next opportunity to suit up against Arkansas on Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Nwoko leads LSU against Georgia after 21-point outing

LSU takes on the Georgia Bulldogs after Michael Nwoko scored 21 points in LSU's 92-87 overtime win over the South Carolina Gamecocks

FEBRUARY 6 • Associated Press

Ruled out Saturday Thomas (foot) is out for Saturday's game against South Carolina, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Thomas won't be an option for LSU in this matchup, and this represents a huge blow for the Tigers' backcourt since he's one of the team's most reliable scorers. Thomas is averaging 15.3 points, 2.8 rebounds and 6.4 assists per game this season. Expect Jalen Reece to step in as his replacement in the backcourt.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to play Saturday Thomas (undisclosed) is doubtful to play Saturday against South Carolina.

Impact A decision on Thomas' status will be made closer to Saturday's 1 p.m. ET tipoff, but it wouldn't be surprising if he ends up being ruled out. If that's the case, look for Jalen Reece to see more time in the backcourt. The loss of Thomas would be significant, as the star guard is averaging 15.3 points, 2.8 rebounds and 6.4 assists per game this season.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Hubbard and Quincy Ballard pace Mississippi State in 80-66 win over LSU

Josh Hubbard scored 15 points, Quincy Ballard added 13 and Mississippi State dominated LSU from the start in an 80-66 victory

JANUARY 29 • Associated Press

Hubbard, Mississippi State Bulldogs to visit Sutton, LSU Tigers

Mississippi State takes on LSU in SEC play Wednesday

JANUARY 27 • Associated Press

Acuff Jr. scores a career-high 31 points to lead No. 20 Arkansas past LSU, 85-81

Darius Acuff Jr. scored 24 of his career-high 31 points in the second half to lead No. 20 Arkansas to an 85-81 victory over LSU on Saturday

JANUARY 25 • Associated Press

Scores 18, deals five assists Thomas contributed 18 points (7-20 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and five assists in 31 minutes during Saturday's 85-81 loss to Arkansas.

Impact Thomas looked more comfortable in his second game back after missing five with a foot injury. His 20 field goal attempts were his second highest total of the season. The Tigers will have a chance to snap a two-game losing streak Wednesday against Mississippi State, who have dropped five straight games.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Returns off bench Thomas (foot) returned from a five-game absence and came off the bench on Tuesday in the loss to Florida. He supplied two points (1-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds and three assists o...

Impact Thomas clearly showed a lot of rust and will need to work his way back into the starting lineup for the Tigers. Before getting hurt, the 6-1 junior was one of the top point guards in the nation and had three double-digit assist games. He should get a few practices in before LSU takes on Arkansas on Saturday.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report Tuesday Thomas (foot) isn't listed on LSU's injury report ahead of Tuesday night at Florida.

Impact Thomas was reportedly expected to play against the Gators barring any setbacks, and indeed, the guard is absent from the Tigers' injury report and he'll be available in Gainesville. The junior, who's in the midst of a career year, averaging 16.2 points, 2.8 rebounds and 7.0 assists, will return after a five-game absence.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play vs. Gators Thomas (foot) is expected to play against Florida on Tuesday night, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Thomas is expected to give it a go in warmups, where his foot injury will be evaluated, but barring any setbacks the guard should be good to go at Florida. Thomas has missed five straight games, but he appears slated to return Tuesday night as long as warmups go without a hitch. The junior averages 16.2 points, 2.8 rebounds, 7.0 assists this season.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Thomas (foot) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against Florida.

Impact Thomas has been receiving regular doubtful tags, but he'll be upgraded to questionable ahead of Tuesday's contest. The star guard has already missed five games due to a foot injury, but it looks like he'll have a real shot at facing the Gators. Even if Thomas doesn't play Tuesday, it looks like a return is coming relatively soon.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Sutton leads LSU against No. 19 Florida after 26-point game

LSU visits the No. 19 Florida Gators after Marquel Sutton scored 26 points in the Tigers' 78-70 win against the Missouri Tigers

JANUARY 19 • Associated Press

Out Saturday Thomas (foot) will not play in Saturday's game against Missouri, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Thomas will miss his fifth consecutive game as he continues recovering from a foot injury. The junior guard's next chance to step into the court will be for Tuesday's meeting with Florida.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

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Kansas' Bidunga, Wake Forest's Harris, Saint Mary's Murauskas among players entering men's portal

Nwoko leads LSU against Georgia after 21-point outing

Josh Hubbard and Quincy Ballard pace Mississippi State in 80-66 win over LSU

Hubbard, Mississippi State Bulldogs to visit Sutton, LSU Tigers

Acuff Jr. scores a career-high 31 points to lead No. 20 Arkansas past LSU, 85-81

Sutton leads LSU against No. 19 Florida after 26-point game