The season has taken an unexpected and shocking turn. Once seen as a key addition to Washington’s team, the player now finds himself indefinitely suspended for failing to meet program standards. With his playing time already dwindling and recent struggles, questions swirl about what led to this abrupt decision—and what it means for both him and the Huskies moving forward.
Fifth-year guard Luis Kortright has been suspended indefinitely for failing to meet program standards, the Washington men’s basketball team announced Saturday.
Since transferring from Rhode Island, the 23-year-old has played in 18 games, starting three, in his first season with the Huskies.
Kortright is averaging 4.9 points, 1.9 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 17.2 minutes per game—significantly lower than his numbers at Rhode Island last season, where he posted 10.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 30.2 minutes per game.
He began his college career at Quinnipiac, averaging 8.2 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 21.8 minutes over three seasons.
The 6-foot-3, 180-pound guard from Bronx, N.Y., struggled in offseason drills with Washington and found it difficult to secure consistent playing time in a crowded backcourt early in the season.
His best performance came on Nov. 17 against UMass Lowell, where he recorded 10 points, six rebounds, and two assists. On Jan. 5, he matched his season high with 10 points, shooting 4-for-7, including two three-pointers, against Illinois.
“He’s played a lot of high-level Division I basketball and has been a really good player,” said coach Danny Sprinkle. “Physically, he can compete with anyone. He has a great feel for the game and is very versatile. He can play point guard if needed, make reads in ball screens, hit shots, and attack the basket. He helps space the floor and changes our pace when he’s at his best.”
Kortright last played on Jan. 24, going scoreless in 16 minutes during a 65-60 loss to UCLA. He later sprained his ankle, keeping him out of the Feb. 1 game against Minnesota.
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