Jalen Washington ruled ineligible for Tennessee basketball after court ruling

Jalen Washington cannot play for Tennessee basketball this season following a ruling by the Court of Appeals of Tennessee. The court issued a stay on a temporary injunction that had granted Washington an extra year of eligibility, which had previously allowed him to join the team. Washington's situation stems from a lawsuit he filed against the NCAA, which challenges the eligibility rules affecting him and several other players. With the regular season set to begin on November 2, time is critical for Washington as his legal battle continues. Tennessee will hold its first preseason exhibition on October 15, raising further questions about Washington's future with the team.

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