B.J. Edwards, a 6‑foot‑3 guard who concluded his collegiate career at SMU, has officially pledged to the Oklahoma Sooners for the 2026‑27 season, a move rendered possible by a recent Tennessee court decision that granted him a fifth year of eligibility.
During his final season with the Mustangs, Edwards posted averages of 12.7 points, 5.9 rebounds and 4.9 assists per game, highlighted by three standout performances in which he recorded at least 20 points, five rebounds, five assists and five steals, a combination that made him the only player nationally to achieve that feat.
His professional exposure includes a stint in the NBA Summer League with the Sacramento Kings, where he appeared in five games and tallied 2.4 points per contest.
A Boost for Moser’s Sixth‑Year Project
The Sooners, who were barred from the NCAA Tournament last year amid eligibility questions surrounding Edwards, now return double‑digit scorers Xzayvier Brown and Derrion Reid, aiming to restore their postseason hopes under sixth‑year head coach Porter Moser.
Moser, who has guided the program through a rebuilding phase, expressed confidence that Edwards’ experience and versatility will accelerate the team’s return to the tournament bracket.
A native of Knoxville, Tennessee, Edwards leaves behind a high school legacy of 2,240 points at Knoxville Catholic High School, underscoring his long‑standing reputation as a prolific scorer.
The addition of a fifth‑year player also reflects the broader impact of recent legal rulings that have reshaped eligibility pathways for student‑athletes across the country.