SIU men’s basketball freshman forward Rolyns Aligbe announced on Saturday he will return to SIU for his sophomore season. He is the third SIU men’s basketball player in recent weeks to re-commit himself to the Salukis.
Later in the night, SIU men’s basketball themselves made a post to confirm Aligbe will return.
ICYMI | @rolyns7 is 𝘽𝘼𝘾𝙆.#Salukis | #RunWithUs pic.twitter.com/njUMpkqSms
— Saluki Basketball (@SIU_Basketball) March 30, 2025
Aligbe started in two games this past season but played in all 31. He averaged 3.3 points and 3.5 rebounds.
Aligbe joins Drew Steffe and Damien Mayo, Jr. as confirmed returners from this past seasons team. On the other hand, Kennard Davis, Jr., Sheridan Sharp, Antwaun Massey, and Tyler Bey have entered the transfer portal.
