Jailen Bedford - College Basketball News & Rumors

Sets new season-high scoring mark Bedford racked up 25 points (9-18 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 2-6 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 35 minutes during Saturday's 81-78 loss to Wake Forest.

Impact Even though the Hokies fell short in this game against Wake Forest, Bedford posted a new season-high scoring mark. Furthermore, it was also the first time the senior scored in double digits since Nov. 26.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nate Calmese delivers clutch 3-pointer and Wake Forest edges Virginia Tech 81-78

Nate Calmese buried a step-back 3-pointer with six seconds remaining and added two free throws a few seconds later, helping Wake Forest hang on to defeat Virginia Tech 81-78

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Active and starting Saturday Bedford (illness) is listed amongst Virginia Tech's starting five for Saturday's game against Elon.

Impact Bedford will make his return against the Pheonix after sitting out during last weekend's game against Maryland-Eastern Shore. The 6-foot-4 senior, who is averaging 8.9 points, 3.1 rebounds and 0.6 steals on 22 minutes per game (11 starts), will look to provide a boost for a Hokies' team short multiple key pieces for the contest.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to be available Saturday Bedford (illness) is expected to be available for Saturday's game against Elon, according to David Cunningham of Tech Sideline.

Impact Bedford didn't play against Maryland-Eastern Short on Saturday, but the guard should be available for the matchup against Elon on Saturday. Bedford has started in each of his 11 outings with the Hokies, averaging 8.9 points and 3.1 boards per game.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Bedford (illness) won't play in Sunday's game against Maryland-Eastern Shore, Daavid Cunningham of TechSideline.com reports.

Impact Bedford was left out of VT's announced starting lineup, and it's now known that the guard will be unavailable for Sunday's contest. Jaden Schutt will fill in for Bedford in the first unit. Bedford's next chance to play will come Saturday against Elon.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Sunday Bedford isn't in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Maryland-Eastern Shore.

Impact After making 11 straight starts to open the season, Bedford has been supplanted by Jaden Schutt in the first unit Sunday. After scoring in double figures in four of VT's first six games, Bedford is averaging 3.6 points while shooting 18.8 percent from the field across his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Virginia Tech beats Colorado State 66-64 to move into the winner's bracket at Battle 4 Atlantis

Jailen Bedford scored 17 points, Tyler Johnson had 12 rebounds to go with nine points and Virginia Tech beat Colorado State 66-64 to move into the winner’s bracket at the Battle 4...

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores 17 points in tight win Bedford posted 17 points (7-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 66-64 win over Colorado State.

Impact The Hokies delivered an impressive performance on both ends of the court Wednesday and managed to secure a tight win, with Bedford playing a prominent role on offense. Bedford has scored in double digits in four of his last six games.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bryant visits Virginia Tech following Bedford's 21-point performance

Virginia Tech takes on the Bryant Bulldogs after Jailen Bedford scored 21 points in Virginia Tech's 84-76 win over the Charlotte 49ers

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Virginia Tech plays Bryant following Bedford's 21-point game

Virginia Tech plays the Bryant Bulldogs after Jailen Bedford scored 21 points in Virginia Tech's 84-76 victory over the Charlotte 49ers

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Lawal helps Virginia Tech fend off Charlotte Lawal had a double-double, while Jailen Bedford had 21 points.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • DAILYPROGRESS.COM

Goes for 21 points Sunday Bedford racked up 21 points (7-12 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-6 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Sunday's 84-76 victory over Charlotte.

Impact Tobi Lawal posted an impressive performance of 18 points and 15 rebounds in this win, but Bedford was the one who led the Hokies in scoring. Bedford has scored in double digits in three of the Hokies' first four appearances this season, and he seems to be entrenched as a regular scoring weapon in the backcourt just four games into the campaign.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Men's Basketball Sustains Second-Half Charlotte Surge To Win Fourth Straight Virginia Tech was anchored by a 16-point first-half effort from guard Jailen Bedford, as well as an 18-point, 15-rebound night from forward...

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • SI.COM

Jailen Bedford, Tobi Lawal help Virginia Tech hold off Charlotte 84-76

Jailen Bedford had 21 points and Tobi Lawal posted a double-double to help Virginia Tech turn back Charlotte 84-76

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Neoklis Avdalas scores 33 points and Virginia Tech tops Providence 107-101 at Hall of Fame Tip-Off

Neoklis Avdalas scored 33 points and Virginia Tech defeated Providence 107-101 in overtime at the Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-Off

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Lawal's 20, Hansberry's 19 power Virginia Tech past Charleston Southern 98-67

Tobi Lawal scored 20 points, Amani Hansberry added 19 points, and Virginia Tech started their season with a 98-67 victory over Charleston Southern on Monday

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Who Is Jailen Bedford? Meet Virginia Tech Men's Basketball's New Backcourt Addition Virginia Tech On SI's Kaden Reinhard introduces former Oral Roberts and UNLV guard Jailen Bedford.

JULY 20, 2025 • SI.COM

Joins Hokies Bedford will transfer to Virginia Tech, per Matt Zenitz of 247Sports.com.

Impact Bedford averaged 10.2 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.2 assists as a key rotational player for the Runnin' Rebels in 2024-2025. He played 23.3 minutes per-game with eight starts across 33 appearances. Now, he'll take his talents to Virginia Tech, where he'll look to crack the Hokies' rotation immediately.

APRIL 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leaving UNLV Bedford is entering the transfer portal, VerbalCommits.com reports.

Impact Beford will leave the Rebels after one season following a transfer in from Oral Roberts. The 6-foot-4 guard averaged 10.4 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.2 assists on 23.3 minutes per game. He should have just one year of eligibility left.

APRIL 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Utah State defeats UNLV 70-58 in Mountain West Conference Tournament quarterfinal

Ian Martinez had 17 points to lead Utah State to a 70-58 victory over UNLV in a Mountain West Conference Tournament quarterfinal

MARCH 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Hill scores 18 as UNLV knocks off Air Force 68-59 in Mountain West Conference Tournament

Led by Jalen Hill's 18 points, the UNLV Rebels defeated the Air Force Falcons 68-59 in the Mountain West Conference Tournament on Wednesday

MARCH 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Returns to action Bedford (undisclosed) returned to Wednesday's game against Air Force in the second half, Mike Grimala of the Las Vegas Sun reports.

Impact Bedford left the contest in the first half with roughly six minutes left before halftime, but he returned to action in the second half and made some big shots for the Rebels. He should continue to handle a steady workload on offense as long as he stays healthy.

MARCH 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goes to locker room Wednesday Bedford went to the locker room during the first half of Wednesday's game against Air Force with an undisclosed injury, Mike Grimala of the Las Vegas Sun reports.

Impact Bedford went to the locker room straight away with roughly six minutes left in the first half, and his absence could turn into a bigger problem for UNLV. The Rebels don't have other scholarship guards available on the bench.

MARCH 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jailen Bedford brings shooting touch to UNLV backcourt If UNLV is going to make a run at the NCAA Tournament this season, D.J. Thomas is going to need a running mate. Thomas is a star and will se...

JULY 21, 2024 • LASVEGASSUN.COM

UNLV basketball adds transfer Jailen Bedford One of the top offseason priorities for UNLV head coach Kevin Kruger was to add shooting on the wing, and he got some good news on that fron...

MAY 10, 2024 • LASVEGASSUN.COM

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