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LSU Tigers Lose Yam Madar Sweepstakes | College Basketball News
LSU’s dream of landing Israeli pro star Yam Madar is slipping away — a tough loss for coach Will Wade, but the Tigers still have options. Madar, a 26-year-old NBA second-rounder with three league titles and All-Israeli honors, was always a long shot, and his age and pro experience make him a rare NCAA target. Now, freshman Divine Ugochukwu steps into the point guard role, bringing grit and potential despite modest stats. The Tigers may not get the flashy overseas star, but they’ll need to make the most of what they’ve got — because international signings? Always a gamble, but sometimes worth…
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