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Will miss summer practices Fermin suffered a left hand injury and will miss the remainder of Tennessee's summer practices, Mike Wilson of On3.com reports.

Impact While Fermin's injury is expected to keep him out through the summer, he's expected to be fully healthy by the time preseason practices commence. He only appeared in the first four games of last season before taking a leave of absence at VCU and subsequently transferring to the Volunteers after the season.

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Heading to Rocky Top Fermin has committed to play for Tennessee for the 2026-27 season, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Fermin will join the Vols following four years with VCU. The 6-foot-10 big man appeared in just four games this past season before missing the remainder of the season due to personal reasons. He will retain a single year of eligibility with Tennessee.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Entering transfer portal Fermin (personal) has decided to enter the transfer portal, according to VerbalCommits.com.

Impact Fermin was limited to just four outings due to personal reasons, and he's decided to leave VCU and look for another program in the offseason. Fermin has one year left of eligibility.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Takes leave of absence Fermin has taken a leave of absence for personal reasons, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact The extent of Fermin's absence has not been disclosed but can expect him to miss some time. The senior forward averaged 2.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks on 12.8 minutes across four appearances this year.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores six points in return Fermin (ankle) amassed six points (2-2 FG, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal across 18 minutes during Friday's 75-61 win over St. Bonaventure.

Impact Fermin made the most of his 18 minutes out there and filled the stat sheet admirably. He should continue to see minutes off the bench now that he's going to be healthy.

JANUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Friday Fermin (ankle) will be a game-time call for Friday's matchup with St. Bonaventure, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Fermin, who exited the Rams' last game against Rhode Island with an ankle injury, remains a game-time decision ahead of Friday's matchup with the Bonnies. The 6-foot-10 junior, who is averaging 4.8 points, 3.1 rebounds and 1.4 blocks on 20.9 minutes per game this season, will have his next chance to return against St. Louis on Tuesday if he is ultimately unable to play Friday.

JANUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Friday Head coach Ryan Odom revealed that Fermin (ankle) rolled his ankle against Rhode Island and is a game-time decision for Friday's matchup against St. Bonaventure, per Zach Jaochim o...

Impact Odom indicated that the injury is not expected to keep Ferming on the sidelines for long, but he will be questionable against the Bonnies. Should he miss Friday's game, it will mark Fermin's second missed contest of the season. The 6-foot-10 center has averaged 4.8 points and 3.1 rebounds per game for the Rams this season. If he is held out of Friday's matchup, freshman Luke Bamgboye is expected to pick up the slack in the paint.

JANUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE