LSU star point guard Dedan Thomas Jr. plans to enter transfer portal after one season

By Tripp Buhler, Reveille Sports Reporter

March 25, 2026

Samuel Becker Rodriguez

LSU men’s basketball junior guard Dedan Thomas Jr. (11) dribbles the ball during the Tigers’ 89-77 victory over SMU Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, La.

LSU star point guard Dedan Thomas Jr. is planning to enter the transfer portal, On3’s Joe Tipton announced Wednesday.

Thomas was a big grab for Matt McMahon prior to the 2025-26 season after two stellar years at UNLV. He averaged 15.1 points per game for LSU which was second on the team, and led with 6.5 assists per game.

In his only year with LSU, Thomas played in just three SEC games due to a foot injury. His season was officially shut down on February 14 when the team announced he was getting surgery.

This announcement comes with the uncertainty of the team’s future regarding McMahon and the possible return of Will Wade, should he choose to leave NC State for LSU.

LSU’s main choice at point guard among rostered players will now be Jalen Reece, who finished his freshman season as a starter in place of the injured Thomas.

Reece’s retention would be huge, as he averaged 5.8 points and 3.6 assists per game, but nothing is for certain in this college sports landscape.

About the Contributor

Tripp Buhler, Reveille Sports Reporter

Baseball/Men’s Basketball reporter

Why did you join the Reveille?

I keep up with all LSU sports and figured joining the Reveille would be the best way for me to voice my analysis and give the most fair and in-depth coverage possible to keep fans informed.

What do you hope to do after graduation?

I will be a sports reporter for a major media outlet, continuing to use the skills and experience gained with the Reveille. I would like to still cover LSU sports, but would be more than happy to report for any professional sports league or another collegiate program.