Court ruling may allow Dillon Mitchell to return to St. John's
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 2:13 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
A recent court ruling could permit Dillon Mitchell, the Celtics' second-round pick, to return to St. John's for another college season. The decision comes amid a new NCAA eligibility rule allowing athletes five years to complete five seasons. This ruling by Judge Charlotte Sweeney may also apply to other unsigned players from the 2022 draft class. The NCAA is currently appealing the injunction, leaving the future of these players uncertain as they weigh their options.
- •Dillon Mitchell selected by Boston Celtics at No. 40 in the draft.
- •Mitchell averaged 13 points per game in Summer League.
- •NCAA's new rule offers five years for athletes to complete five seasons.
- •Judge Sweeney's ruling could also impact four other unsigned players.
- •NCAA is appealing the ruling on college eligibility.
- 2:13 AMYahoo Sports — Court ruling could mean Celtics' second-round pick Dillon Mitchell returns to St. John's
"A court ruling about college eligibility could allow some unsigned second-round picks to return for another year.
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