The college basketball offseason has never been more chaotic. Eligibility has dominated headlines this summer as athletes from the high school class of 2022 sue the NCAA over its new "five in five" rules. On Friday, the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals granted the organization a victory, issuing a stay on the federal Wisne ruling that previously allowed a blanket waiver for a fifth season.

There are just over two months left until the 2026-27 college basketball season tips. This temporary pause leaves rosters unsettled, with players, coaches, programs and conferences scrambling to understand who can and cannot have a roster spot. The governing body’s continuous five-year clock eliminates traditional redshirts, directly impacting players like Denzel Aberdeen, Seth Trimble, and Donovan Atwell. Many remain sidelined pending further litigation.

Currently, only athletes cleared through various state lawsuits are eligible to compete. With multiple class action and antitrust cases ongoing at both federal and state levels, uncertainty persists. Stakeholders await a definitive resolution before games begin.