Key facts
- LSU has officially signed four players for the 2026-27 men's basketball roster.
- The new additions are transfers Abdi Bashir, Mo Dioubate, Austin Nunez, and Divine Ugochukwu.
- Coach Will Wade highlighted the specific skills and experience each player brings to the team.
- The team is also seeking NCAA approval for several international players and RJ Luis.
LSU has officially added four players to its men's basketball roster for the upcoming 2026-27 season, marking the first official signings under coach Will Wade's second tenure with the Tigers. The new additions include transfers Abdi Bashir from Kansas State, Mo Dioubate from Kentucky, Austin Nunez from UTSA, and Divine Ugochukwu from Michigan State.
Coach Wade expressed confidence in the new recruits, highlighting Bashir's "elite shooting ability" and his importance to the team's perimeter offense. Nunez is noted for his experience running a team and "valuable situational awareness." Ugochukwu brings versatility from his experience at both point and shooting guard positions. Dioubate is described as a "physical competitor" capable of guarding multiple positions.
These roster announcements come amid an investigation by N.C. State into potential legal claims regarding LSU's recruitment of Wade. The Tigers are also reportedly pursuing several experienced international players, including Yam Madar, Brice Dessert, Marcio Santos, Saliou Niang, and Michael Ruzic, as well as former St. John's standout RJ Luis. Their eligibility may depend on NCAA waivers, particularly concerning affiliations with professional clubs overseas.