With Virginia Tech basketball less than three months from tip-off, here’s a look at three freshmen who could factor significantly in the 2025-26 rotation.

Avdalas is a solid shooter from inside the arc and can get to the rim quickly and effectively. Avdalas may not be a household name yet in the States, but his game speaks loudly.

A mix of overseas and NIL prospects led the way for the 2025 international class, and 2026 is shaping up for a similar path.

The high-profile freshman in the 2026 NBA Draft class have already garnered plenty of attention, but there are a few first-year players flying under the radar.

Greek guard Neoklis Avdalas reportedly withdrew from the 2025 NBA draft ahead of the 5 p.m. EDT deadline on Sunday, according to Jonathan Givony of ESPN. Avdalas averaged 7.7 points, 2.7 rebounds ...

Ranked as the No. 2 international newcomer in the 2025 class by 247Sports, Avdalas spent the past two seasons competing in Greece’s top-tier HEBA A1 league, first with AS Karditsas in 2023-24 ...

Instead, Avdalas chose to sign with the Hokies and immediately became the most crucial recruit in school history. This month, the Greek sensation is participating in the FIBA U20 EuroBasket.

Neoklis Avdalas, who recently signed with Virginia Tech, is one of the tournament’s top prospects. Standing at 6-foot-9 with guard-like ball-handling, exceptional court vision, reliable perimeter ...

HERAKLION, Greece – Neoklis Avdalas concluded the 2025 FIBA U20 EuroBasket in dominant fashion, posting a triple-double and leading Greece past Israel 92-82 in the fifth-place game on Sunday. The ...

Neoklis Avdalas, F, Panathinaikos Height: 6-8 • Weight: 198 • Age: 19 Summary: Avdalas is a Greek forward with playmaking skill and versatility. His combination of size and court vision makes ...

NBA superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo donned his Greek jersey and hoisted the country's flag, ready to lead Greece in ...

Starting Avdalas at point allows Virginia Tech to play a big, switchable lineup with strong length across all five positions. If sophomore Ben Hammond earns minutes at the one, the Hokies can ...