Virginia Tech basketball is making waves in the transfer portal, securing a commitment from **Izaiah Pasha**, a highly sought-after guard ranked in the **Top 100 transfers** [A](https://247sports.com/college/virginia-tech/article/virginia-tech-izaiah-pasha-mens-basketball-commitment-transfer-portal-248729210/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJpcG5HQVN2ejZYZEdQZEVoRXZGc2UiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoidGtkV0RLdjFqR3JtaDk5cW1NNkE5IiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvMjQ3c3BvcnRzLmNvbVwvY29sbGVnZVwvdmlyZ2luaWEtdGVjaFwvYXJ0aWNsZVwvdmlyZ2luaWEtdGVjaC1pemFpYWgtcGFzaGEtbWVucy1iYXNrZXRiYWxsLWNvbW1pdG1lbnQtdHJhbnNmZXItcG9ydGFsLTI0ODcyOTIxMFwvIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). This move signals a strong push by head coach **Mike Young** to rebuild and strengthen the Hokies’ roster after a challenging season.
### A Much-Needed Boost for the Hokies
The Hokies struggled in the **2024-25 season**, finishing with a **13-19 record** [B](https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-men-s-basketball-2025-transfer-portal-tracker?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJpcG5HQVN2ejZYZEdQZEVoRXZGc2UiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoidGtkV0RLdjFqR3JtaDk5cW1NNkE5IiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvZmlnaHRpbmdnb2JibGVyLmNvbVwvdmlyZ2luaWEtdGVjaC1tZW4tcy1iYXNrZXRiYWxsLTIwMjUtdHJhbnNmZXItcG9ydGFsLXRyYWNrZXIifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). With several key players departing, including **Rodney Brown Jr., Jaydon Young, and Patrick Wessler**, Virginia Tech needed fresh talent to turn things around [B](https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-men-s-basketball-2025-transfer-portal-tracker?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJpcG5HQVN2ejZYZEdQZEVoRXZGc2UiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoidGtkV0RLdjFqR3JtaDk5cW1NNkE5IiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvZmlnaHRpbmdnb2JibGVyLmNvbVwvdmlyZ2luaWEtdGVjaC1tZW4tcy1iYXNrZXRiYWxsLTIwMjUtdHJhbnNmZXItcG9ydGFsLXRyYWNrZXIifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). Pasha’s arrival, along with **West Virginia transfer Amani Hansberry**, provides a much-needed boost to the team’s depth and skillset [C](https://fightinggobbler.com/virginia-tech-basketball-lands-second-top-100-transfer-portal-commit?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJpcG5HQVN2ejZYZEdQZEVoRXZGc2UiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoidGtkV0RLdjFqR3JtaDk5cW1NNkE5IiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvZmlnaHRpbmdnb2JibGVyLmNvbVwvdmlyZ2luaWEtdGVjaC1iYXNrZXRiYWxsLWxhbmRzLXNlY29uZC10b3AtMTAwLXRyYW5zZmVyLXBvcnRhbC1jb21taXQifQ%3D%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1).
### Who is Izaiah Pasha?
Pasha, a **6-foot-3 guard**, made a name for himself at **Delaware**, where he averaged **11.9 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game** [A](https://247sports.com/college/virginia-tech/article/virginia-tech-izaiah-pasha-mens-basketball-commitment-transfer-portal-248729210/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJpcG5HQVN2ejZYZEdQZEVoRXZGc2UiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoidGtkV0RLdjFqR3JtaDk5cW1NNkE5IiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvMjQ3c3BvcnRzLmNvbVwvY29sbGVnZVwvdmlyZ2luaWEtdGVjaFwvYXJ0aWNsZVwvdmlyZ2luaWEtdGVjaC1pemFpYWgtcGFzaGEtbWVucy1iYXNrZXRiYWxsLWNvbW1pdG1lbnQtdHJhbnNmZXItcG9ydGFsLTI0ODcyOTIxMFwvIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). His performance in the **Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) tournament** was even more impressive, with **13.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game** [A](https://247sports.com/college/virginia-tech/article/virginia-tech-izaiah-pasha-mens-basketball-commitment-transfer-portal-248729210/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJpcG5HQVN2ejZYZEdQZEVoRXZGc2UiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoidGtkV0RLdjFqR3JtaDk5cW1NNkE5IiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvMjQ3c3BvcnRzLmNvbVwvY29sbGVnZVwvdmlyZ2luaWEtdGVjaFwvYXJ0aWNsZVwvdmlyZ2luaWEtdGVjaC1pemFpYWgtcGFzaGEtbWVucy1iYXNrZXRiYWxsLWNvbW1pdG1lbnQtdHJhbnNmZXItcG9ydGFsLTI0ODcyOTIxMFwvIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). His ability to create shots, drive to the basket, and contribute defensively makes him a valuable addition to the Hokies’ backcourt.
### Impact on Virginia Tech’s Future
With Pasha and Hansberry joining the roster, Virginia Tech is shaping up to be a competitive force in the **ACC**. Pasha’s ability to **handle the ball, create plays, and finish at the rim** will complement the existing lineup and provide much-needed offensive firepower [A](https://247sports.com/college/virginia-tech/article/virginia-tech-izaiah-pasha-mens-basketball-commitment-transfer-portal-248729210/?copilot_analytics_metadata=eyJldmVudEluZm9fY2xpY2tTb3VyY2UiOiJjaXRhdGlvbkxpbmsiLCJldmVudEluZm9fY29udmVyc2F0aW9uSWQiOiJpcG5HQVN2ejZYZEdQZEVoRXZGc2UiLCJldmVudEluZm9fbWVzc2FnZUlkIjoidGtkV0RLdjFqR3JtaDk5cW1NNkE5IiwiZXZlbnRJbmZvX2NsaWNrRGVzdGluYXRpb24iOiJodHRwczpcL1wvMjQ3c3BvcnRzLmNvbVwvY29sbGVnZVwvdmlyZ2luaWEtdGVjaFwvYXJ0aWNsZVwvdmlyZ2luaWEtdGVjaC1pemFpYWgtcGFzaGEtbWVucy1iYXNrZXRiYWxsLWNvbW1pdG1lbnQtdHJhbnNmZXItcG9ydGFsLTI0ODcyOTIxMFwvIn0%3D&citationMarker=9F742443-6C92-4C44-BF58-8F5A7C53B6F1). His **quick first step and strong finishing ability** make him a dangerous player in transition
