Kolby King has committed to Auburn and will take advantage of a court injunction that restored a fifth year of eligibility for some Class of 2022 student-athletes.
The move was confirmed in reporting linked to Saturday Down South, and King arrives after stops at St. John’s, Tulane, Butler and Utah State.
Key Takeaways
- Kolby King confirmed his commitment to Auburn and will add experienced backcourt depth to the roster.
- A Colorado judge’s injunction restored five-for-five eligibility for certain Class of 2022 players, clearing the way for King to play a fifth season.
- King arrives after four prior stops in college basketball, bringing veteran familiarity with multiple systems and immediate rotation readiness.
Kolby King career path and production
King’s college career has included stops at St. John’s, Tulane, Butler and Utah State, moving through varying roles and minutes at each program.
At Tulane he played in 31 games, started 23 times and averaged 10.4 points and 3.6 rebounds per game, and at Butler he averaged 5.6 points in 34 games.
Most recently at Utah State he appeared in 36 games and averaged 7.5 points and 3.3 rebounds while serving as a veteran perimeter option.
Why Auburn targeted Kolby King and roster fit
Auburn added King to fill a short-term need for a seasoned perimeter guard who can step into rotation minutes immediately.
His multi-program experience should allow him to adapt quickly, provide scoring or ball-handling relief late in games, and free coaches to manage younger guard development.
Kolby King verified production and experience
| Program | Verified role or production |
|---|---|
| St. John’s | Limited minutes in initial season, averaging approximately 7.7 minutes per game as a freshman-level contributor |
| Tulane | Played 31 games with 23 starts, averaging 10.4 points and 3.6 rebounds per game |
| Butler | Appeared in 34 games and averaged 5.6 points while serving in a rotational guard role |
| Utah State | Served as a veteran backcourt piece, appearing in 36 games and averaging 7.5 points and 3.3 rebounds |
Auburn roster and SEC minutes outlook
Adding Kolby King gives Auburn a veteran option who can be slotted into rotation minutes without a long developmental timetable.
That allows the coaching staff to manage minutes for younger guards, shape recruiting conversations, and calibrate short-term roster construction as Auburn competes in the SEC.
