Former Virginia Tech Center Christian Gurdak Commits to Rutgers

Gurdak is the fourth Hokie to enter the transfer portal this offseason.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 2:24am

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Virginia Tech center Christian Gurdak, who averaged 5.6 points and 4.4 rebounds per game for the Hokies last season, has committed to play at Rutgers for the next three seasons. Gurdak is one of six Virginia Tech players to enter the transfer portal this offseason.

Why it matters

Gurdak's departure is part of a larger exodus from the Virginia Tech men's basketball program, with six players total entering the transfer portal. This will require the Hokies to rebuild their roster significantly ahead of the upcoming season.

The details

In his lone season at Virginia Tech, the 6-foot-10 Gurdak started 10 games and averaged 17.2 minutes per contest. He had several strong performances, including a 17-point, 19-rebound game against then-No. 21 Virginia and a three-game stretch where he averaged 15.6 points and 11 rebounds. Overall, Gurdak shot 63.2% from the field and will now look to continue his career at Rutgers.

  • Gurdak entered the transfer portal in April 2026.
  • He committed to Rutgers on April 17, 2026.

The players

Christian Gurdak

A 6-foot-10 center who played one season at Virginia Tech, averaging 5.6 points and 4.4 rebounds per game.

Tobi Lawal

A Virginia Tech forward who missed nine games last season due to an ankle injury that required surgery.

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What they’re saying

“Gurdak is the fourth outgoing Hokie to commit to a new school.”

— Colby Giacubeno, Sports Reporter

What’s next

Gurdak will have three years of eligibility remaining at Rutgers, where he will look to build on his strong freshman season at Virginia Tech.

The takeaway

Christian Gurdak's transfer to Rutgers is part of a larger exodus from the Virginia Tech men's basketball program, as the Hokies look to rebuild their roster ahead of the upcoming season.