VCU transfer forward Christian Fermin has committed to Tennessee basketball. The 6-foot-10 senior previously averaged 5.2 points and four rebounds per game last season.
Key points
Christian Fermin is a transfer from VCU.
He is a 6-foot-10 forward.
Fermin averaged 5.2 points and four rebounds last season.
He started all 38 games during the 2023-24 season.
Fermin is from Pocono Mountain West High School in Pennsylvania.
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VCU transfer forward commits to Tennessee basketball
The 6-foot-10, 225-pound senior was a three-star prospect in the Rams' 2022 signing class. Fermin is from Pocono Mountain West High School in Pocono Summit, Pennsylvania. He played in 14 games as a freshman and averaged 3.3 minutes per contest.
Fermin started in all 38 games during the 2023-24 season. He averaged 5.2 points, four rebounds and 1.4 blocks per game as a sophomore.
As a junior, Fermin started in 11 of 34 contests. He averaged 4.6 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.4 blocks per game during the 2024-25 season.
During the 2025-26 season, Fermin appeared in four games and averaged 0.8 points, 2.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per contest. He went on a leave of absence following the Rams' loss to North Carolina State on Nov. 17, 2025 and did not return to the team, according to Zach Joachi of the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Below is a NCAA transfer portal tracker for Tennessee's incoming and outgoing student-athletes. A 2026-27 basketball roster for the Vols is also listed below.
Christian Fermin is a 6-foot-10 forward who averaged 5.2 points, four rebounds, and 1.4 blocks per game during the 2023-24 season at VCU.
Why did Christian Fermin transfer to Tennessee?
The specific reasons for Christian Fermin's transfer to Tennessee have not been disclosed, but it often involves seeking new opportunities or fit within a program.
What impact will Christian Fermin have on Tennessee basketball?
Christian Fermin's size and experience could provide valuable depth and versatility to Tennessee's frontcourt in the upcoming season.
When did Christian Fermin commit to Tennessee basketball?
Christian Fermin committed to Tennessee basketball on Thursday, as reported by Joe Tipton of On3.
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Belmont's Tyler Lundblade, right, shoots against Bradley in the second half of its MVC basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025 at Carver Arena. Lundblade converted eight three-pointers and the Braves fell to the Bruins, 80-77.
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