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Robbie Avila cleared to play for Saint Louis this season

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Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Robbie Avila cleared to play for Saint Louis this season

Summary

A judge has issued a temporary restraining order allowing Robbie Avila to play for the Saint Louis Billikens for the 2026-27 season. Avila, seeking a fifth year of eligibility, is already enrolled at the school and can join the team ahead of their season opener against Lehigh on November 2. He will appear in court again on November 4 for a further hearing. Avila previously averaged 12.8 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 4.1 assists at Saint Louis last season and was part of a squad that reached the NCAA Tournament's second round. Recently, he signed an Exhibit 10 deal with the Los Angeles Lakers after going undrafted in the 2026 NBA Draft.

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Status Watch

•Judge grants Avila a temporary restraining order to play this season.
•Saint Louis opens its season on November 2 against Lehigh.
•Avila averaged 12.8 points in the previous season.
•He is enrolled at Saint Louis for the current academic year.
•Next court hearing is scheduled for November 4.

Latest Updates

1:02 AMYahoo Sports — Robbie Avila earns 5th year via restraining order to return to Saint Louis basketball, per reports
11:49 PMCBS Sports — Robbie Avila cleared to return to Saint Louis: Judge rules Billikens star can be added to roster

What they're saying

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Robbie Avila was reportedly granted a fifth year of eligibility on Friday, providing him a path to rejoin Saint Louis' roster for the 2026-27 season.
— Yahoo Sports