Kentucky Basketball has shown significant interest in Virginia Tech guard Neoklis Avdalas, according to Matt Jones of KSR, as the Wildcats continue to evaluate their options in the transfer portal this offseason.
Avdalas, a 6-foot-9 freshman, is coming off a solid season in which he averaged 12.1 points, 4.6 assists, and 3.1 rebounds per game. He shot 38.6% from the field and 31.4% from 3-point range while attempting five shots from beyond the arc per game. His production came on a Virginia Tech team
that finished 19-13 and missed the NCAA Tournament.
Despite being the Hokies’ fourth-leading scorer, Avdalas led the team in assists, showcasing his ability to facilitate offense and create opportunities for teammates. He actually logged heavy minutes at the 3 — effectively a point forward — but also played at the 1, so he would give Kentucky depth at multiple positions in addition to being someone who can run the offense effectively. He also logged occasional minutes at the 4.
Avdalas’ combination of size and playmaking makes him a unique backcourt option and a potential matchup problem at the college level as he continues to develop.
One area of concern, however, is ball security. Along with leading the team in assists, Avdalas also led Virginia Tech in turnovers at 2.2 per game, highlighting an area for improvement as he continues to develop.
For Kentucky, adding a versatile, oversized guard like Avdalas could help address roster needs following multiple departures and ongoing roster uncertainty. His ability to handle the ball, distribute, and stretch the floor would fit well in Mark Pope’s system.
As Kentucky continues to reshape its roster, Avdalas is a name to watch in the transfer portal.
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