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Tennessee gets commitment from former VCU forward Christian Fermin
TL;DR
Tennessee has secured a commitment from former VCU forward Christian Fermin, enhancing their frontcourt depth. Fermin, a 6-10 redshirt senior, averaged 4.6 points and 1.4 blocks per game in his last full season at VCU.
Key points
- Tennessee adds depth to frontcourt with Christian Fermin's commitment
- Fermin is a 6-10, 225-pound redshirt senior
- He averaged 4.6 points and 1.4 blocks per game at VCU
- Fermin played 86 games over three seasons at VCU
- He joins a frontcourt that includes DeWayne Brown and Miles Rubin
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Mar 16, 2025; Washington, D.C., USA; George Mason Patriots forward Jalen Haynes (11) drives to the basket as VCU Rams forward Christian Fermin (21) defends in the first half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images | Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
After a couple of weeks of trying, Tennessee has found some depth in the frontcourt. Christian Fermin, who visited Tennessee on Wednesday, committed to the Volunteers this afternoon. Fermin comes in from VCU, where he was with new Tennessee guard Terrence Hill Jr. for a couple of seasons.
Fermin appeared in just four games for the Rams this past season due to a personal matter. He appeared in 86 games over the previous three seasons, operating as VCU’s rim protector. In his last full season (2024-25), Fermin averaged 4.6 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.4 blocks per game. He blocked 111 shots during his time with VCU.
The 6-10, 225 pounder joins Tennessee as a redshirt senior with one season of eligibility left. He joins DeWayne Brown, Miles Rubin and Braeden Lue in the Volunteers’ frontcourt.
Barring any surprises, that should round out the Tennessee roster. The Volunteers added eight players after losing six to the portal, completely revamping the rotation. It was clear that Rick Barnes had a focus on scoring, now today he adds someone that can help protect the rim and pull down some rebounds.
According to 247Sports, Tennessee still sits with the second-ranked class in the transfer portal cycle. The Volunteers should be a top ten preseason team next season and one of the favorites to win the SEC once again.
Q&A
What are Christian Fermin's stats from his last season at VCU?
In his last full season at VCU, Christian Fermin averaged 4.6 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks per game.
How many games did Christian Fermin play at VCU?
Christian Fermin played in 86 games over three seasons at VCU, but only four games in his last season due to a personal matter.
What impact will Christian Fermin have on Tennessee's basketball team?
Christian Fermin will add depth to Tennessee's frontcourt, joining players like DeWayne Brown and Miles Rubin as they prepare for the upcoming season.