B.J. Edwards, a former guard for Tennessee basketball, is returning to the transfer portal after a summer playing for the NBA. Following a court ruling allowing a new transfer window for athletes seeking an extra year of eligibility, Edwards plans to enter the portal with a 鈥淒o Not Contact鈥� tag. He previously played for SMU, helping the team reach the NCAA Tournament, and averaged 12.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game last season. Edwards seeks to find a new college team despite playing with the Sacramento Kings in the Summer League.

By the Numbers
  • Edwards averaged 12.7 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game while at SMU.
  • He recorded 2.4 points across five appearances in the NBA Summer League.
Yes, But

The NCAA's ruling does not allow teams to exceed their 15-player roster limit, which may complicate Edwards' options as he seeks a new team.

State of Play
  • A court ruling has opened a transfer window from August 3-10, allowing certain athletes to seek new options.
  • Edwards enters the transfer portal while still competing for an NBA position.
What's Next

Edwards will enter the transfer portal during the current window, likely attracting interest from college programs looking for experienced players.

Bottom Line

Edwards' legal victory opens new opportunities for him to compete at the collegiate level, but the limitations on team rosters will require strategic navigation for him to secure a place on a new team.