Memphis' Wiseman Drops Lawsuit; Withdrawn From Competition
Memphis freshman James Wiseman, projected by many as the potential No. 1 overall pick in next summer's NBA draft, has dropped his lawsuit against the NCAA and will be withdrawn from competition by his school.
The move makes it less likely that the 7-foot-1 star will be available for the Tigers when they play NC State at Brooklyn's Barclay's Center on Thanksgiving Day.
Wiseman was ruled ineligible by the NCAA last Friday because of money his family received from current Memphis coach Penny Hardaway to help with its move to Memphis. Hardaway wasn't employed by the university then, but is considered a booster by the NCAA because of a large donation he made to the school before his hiring.
Despite the NCAA ruling, Wiseman continued to play after filing suit and receiving a temporary restraining order from a judge in Memphis, He averaged 19.7 points and 10.7 rebounds in three games this season.
According to a statement issued by Wiseman's representation -- the Memphis law firm of Ballin, Ballin and Fishman -- the player and the school are hoping to reach a settlement that will eventually allow him to return to the court. Wiseman will continue to practice with the team.
— BallinBallinFishman (@BBFPCMemphis) November 14, 2019
“It has become clear to Mr. Wiseman that the lawsuit filed last week has become an impediment to the University of Memphis in its efforts to reach a fair and equitable resolution with the NCAA regarding his eligibility status," the statement said. "Therefore, Mr. Wiseman advised his legal team that he wished to withdraw the lawsuit. There will be no further comment at this time.”
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