LSU Pursues International Star Niang

0:00On April 30th, Will Wade is back at LSU, hustling to build his first Tigers roster since getting rehired. They've landed just one public commit so far, but word is, they're chasing big international talent, like Saloon Neung, a 21-year-old small. Forward. LSU is in the mix alongside powerhouses like Arizona, Duke, and North Carolina. Neung got picked in the second round by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2025 NBA draft. Instead of heading straight to the pros, he signed with Virtus. Bologna in Italy and took home most improved player honors that season. Fans might raise eyebrows at grabbing a guy from overseas, but it's the new normal in college hoops. This move shows LSU serious about competing with the blue bloods, especially with promises of more NIL money for basketball to attract top talent. Neung isn't a dead-eye shooter, but he scores when it counts and locks down on defense. Bear him with Modi Ube, and you've got a nightmare front line that disrupts offenses

1:00with athleticism and versatility, exactly the gritty identity, Wade's crafting early on. LSU's roster push is heating up and landing a player like Neung could set the tone for Wade's return. Keep an eye on these international hunts, they're reshaping the game.