Roddy Gayle Jr. cleared to return to Michigan basketball

Roddy Gayle Jr. has been granted a preliminary injunction that allows him to return to the University of Michigan for a fifth year of collegiate basketball eligibility during the 2026-27 season. The ruling follows a decision regarding NCAA eligibility rules for members of the 2022 recruiting class who had previously exhausted their four years of eligibility.

Gayle, a veteran wing known for his defensive versatility and scoring, was a key contributor to Michigan’s recent national championship run. His return provides significant depth and veteran leadership for head coach Mike Boynton Jr., particularly as the roster has faced departures to the draft and the transfer portal, as well as a season-ending ACL injury to freshman guard Brandon McCoy.