Will Wade and Eric Musselman face controversies at LSU and USC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 10:46 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Will Wade at LSU plans to keep former St. John’s forward RJ Luis on the roster despite SEC pushback. Meanwhile, USC’s Eric Musselman has drawn negative attention over alleged verbal abuse of player Chad Baker-Mazara and a heated exchange with a metal detectorist. Baker-Mazara is suing, claiming he was dismissed from the team and had his NIL income cut. Musselman has since apologized for his actions but faces scrutiny regarding the repercussions of his behavior on recruiting. Both situations remain fluid as they develop.
- •Will Wade intends to retain RJ Luis against SEC guidance.
- •Eric Musselman faces a lawsuit from Chad Baker-Mazara.
- •Musselman’s alleged outburst at Baker-Mazara occurred after a Nebraska loss.
- •Musselman apologized for a confrontation with a metal detectorist.
- •Both scandals may affect recruitment and team dynamics.
- 10:46 AMYahoo Sports — Will Wade & Eric Musselman Are Making Trouble For Themselves And Their Schools
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