Auburn basketball fires GM Brian Kloman amid Rubstavicius eligibility issue

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Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Auburn basketball fires GM Brian Kloman amid Rubstavicius eligibility issue
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Auburn basketball has terminated general manager Brian Kloman following a failure to disclose eligibility requirements for international signee Mantas Rubstavicius. Kloman was reportedly aware of Rubstavicius' previous college enrollment but did not inform the university or the player's representation. Rubstavicius has also decided to withdraw his eligibility lawsuit and will not play for the Tigers this season. This decision follows the denial of his final appeal concerning eligibility. Both the university and Rubstavicius confirmed these developments.

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  • •Brian Kloman fired as Auburn basketball GM on October 26.
  • •Mantas Rubstavicius will not play for Auburn this season.
  • •Rubstavicius voluntarily withdrew his eligibility lawsuit.
  • •Kloman failed to disclose Rubstavicius' previous college classes.
  • •Rubstavicius played in the 2024 Summer League with Golden State Warriors.
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Auburn basketball fired GM Brian Kloman after an eligibility issue involving Mantas Rubstavicius, who will not play for the Tigers this season.

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