After surprisingly hitting the transfer portal following the end of the season, Tobe Awaka has committed to Arizona. The 6-8 power forward seemingly wanted a starting role next season, but Jonas Aidoo was in his way in the rotation. However, after Aidoo entered the transfer portal too, there was some thought that Awaka could return to Knoxville.
That line of thinking seemingly went out the window when Tennessee added Ohio State center Felix Okpara last week.
Awaka averaged 5.1 points and 4.6 rebounds per game as a sophomore this season. He played just 13 minutes per game, which was a bit surprising after a strong summer playing for Team USA’s U19 team.