Dedan Thomas Jr. gives LSU a steady, high-IQ floor general with real playmaking juice
In the 2025-26 season at LSU, Dedan Thomas Jr. averaged 15.3 points, 6.5 assists, and 2.7 rebounds in 16 games, showing elite table-setting and a strong 4.0 assist-to-turnover ratio before a left foot injury ended his season early.[1][3] What makes him pop isn’t just the box score: he’s a poised lead guard who can organize an offense, create efficient looks, and handle pressure without melting down, which is why high-major teams value him as a true engine at point guard.[1][12][13] The caveat is availability, since his 2025-26 LSU run was cut short by surgery, so the fit question is really about whether a team wants a smart, pass-first guard who can elevate everyone when healthy.[1][8]
