Point Guard Reese Alston Commits to LSU
The five-star Houston standout will join the Tigers for the 2027 college basketball season.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Basketball
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Reese Alston, a top-ranked point guard from Second Baptist High School, announced his commitment to play for LSU. The 6-foot-2 recruit chose the Tigers over competing offers from Louisville and Kentucky.
Why it matters
Alston, who is ranked ninth overall in the Class of 2027, cited his trust in LSU head coach Will Wade as a primary driver for his decision. His arrival is expected to bolster the Tigers' backcourt following his standout performance in Texas high school competition.
Alston holds a ninth-place ranking in the 247Sports Composite for the Class of 2027. He averaged 22.2 points, 5.3 assists, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.7 steals per game during the 2025-26 season.
The players
Reese Alston
A five-star point guard and Class of 2027 prospect who plays for Second Baptist High School in Houston.
Will Wade
The head coach for the LSU men's basketball team who secured Alston's commitment.
LSU
A major public research university located in Baton Rouge that competes in the SEC.
The details
Alston helped lead Second Baptist High School to a Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools Class 5A state championship title. He previously secured first-team MaxPreps Junior All-America honors for his performance on the court.
Timeline
Alston earned first-team MaxPreps Junior All-America honors during the 2025-26 season.
Reese Alston committed to play for LSU on October 29, 2026.
The college basketball early signing period is set for November 11-18, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This commitment stabilizes the future backcourt roster for LSU as they look toward the 2027 recruiting cycle. It reflects a significant win for the coaching staff against major conference rivals like Kentucky and Louisville in the ongoing pursuit of elite high school talent.
Fans can expect Alston to compete for starting minutes immediately upon his arrival on campus in 2027. His inclusion marks a key addition to the program's rotation and potentially impacts the team's depth chart for future SEC seasons.
The takeaway
Securing a top-ten national recruit provides a major talent injection for LSU as they rebuild their roster for future campaigns. High school prospects often rely on building personal relationships with coaching staffs when choosing a final destination.
What happens next
Alston is eligible to formalize his commitment during the college basketball early signing period taking place from November 11 to November 18, 2026.
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