Tobi Lawal - College Basketball News & Rumors

Out for extended time Lawal (ankle) is expected to miss the next few weeks due to an ankle injury, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact It's tough news for Lawal, who has missed each of Virginia Tech's previous four contests due to the injury. The 6-foot-8 senior went down during the Hokies' matchup against Colorado State in late November and it appears his injury is more serious than previously thought. The current timeline sets him up for a possible return towards the start of the new year.

DECEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Lawal (ankle) won't play Saturday versus George Mason, per Mark Berman of The Roanoke Times.

Impact Lawal will miss his fourth straight game due to the the ankle injury he picked up during the Battle 4 Atlantis tournament. While there is currently no timetable on his return, the 6-foot-8 forward could be in danger of missing extended time, as he was spotted using crutches.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

No timetable for return Lawal (ankle) won't play in Tuesday's game against South Carolina and remains without a timetable for return, David Cunningham of Tech Sideline reports.

Impact Lawal picked up an ankle injury during Virginia Tech's first game in the Battle 4 Atlantis and will miss a third straight game due to the issue. It's unclear how long he'll be sidelined, but a return doesn't seem imminent. Per Mark Berman of The Roanoke Times, Lawal is still in a walking boot and is using crutches. In five full games, Lawal is averaging 14.8 points, 12.0 rebounds and 2.0 blocks in 33.2 minutes.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Battle 4 Atlantis Lawal is dealing with an ankle injury and will miss the rest of the Battle 4 Atlantis Tournament, according to Chris Arvin of 247Sports.com.

Impact Lawal was ruled out shortly before the start of Thursday's loss to Saint Mary's, and the big man won't be available for the rest of this tournament. He won't be available to face VCU on Friday, but Lawal should be able to return when Virginia Tech resumes its regular schedule in December.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Strong showing in win Lawal logged 18 points (7-10 FG, 4-8 FT), 13 rebounds, one block and one steal across 35 minutes during Wednesday's 78-61 win over Bryant.

Impact Lawal has been an absolute double-double machine in the early stages of the season. He has recorded double-digit points in four of his five outings this season, and he's done the same with double-digit rebounds. He's also posted back-to-back double-doubles in his last two games.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Virginia Tech beats Bryant 78-61 behind Lawal's 18 points, 13 rebounds

Tobi Lawal scores 18 points and grabs 13 rebounds to lead Virginia Tech to a 78-61 victory over Bryant on Wednesday night

NOVEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Excellent two-way display Lawal ended with 18 points (5-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 7-7 FT), 15 rebounds, one assist and three blocks in 37 minutes during Sunday's 84-76 victory over Charlotte.

Impact Lawal has been excellent as a two-way threat for the Hokies in the early stages of the season. Through four games, the senior forward has two double-doubles, three games with double-digit points and three with 12 or more rebounds while also recording multiple blocks each time. This translates to impressive averages of 14.0 points, 11.8 rebounds and 2.3 blocks per contest.

NOVEMBER 17 • 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 • 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 • Associated Press

Hansberry scores 19, leads Virginia Tech's 94-59 rout of Saint Joseph's

Amani Hansberry scored 19 points to lead Virginia Tech in a 94-59 rout over Saint Joseph’s on Wednesday night

NOVEMBER 13 • 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 • Associated Press

Solid two-way display Lawal provided 20 points (5-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 10-12 FT), 12 rebounds and two blocks in 29 minutes during Monday's 98-67 win over Charleston Southern.

Impact Lawal earned half of their 20-point haul from the charity stripe, but that shouldn't hide the fact that he posted a solid two-way performance in the Hokies' first game of the campaign. The 6-foot-8 forward averaged 12.4 points and 7.0 rebounds in 26.4 minutes across 30 starts in 2024-25, and he figures to play a key role for Virginia Tech once again as a senior in 2025-26.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

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 • Associated Press

Backs out of draft process Lawal has decided to play for Virginia Tech for the 2025-26 campaign, Jeff Goodman of TheFieldof68.com reports.

Impact After testing the draft market, Lawal has pivoted and will be returning to school for another season with the Hokies. The 6-foot-8 forward averaged 12.4 points and 7.0 rebounds on 26.4 minutes across 30 starts.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Will go through draft process Lawal will go through the 2025 NBA Draft's process while maintaining collegiate eligibility, according to Virginia Tech's team website.

Impact Lawal may enter the 2025 NBA Draft. If his senior year of collegiate eligibility becomes preferred after Monday, he must withdraw before May 29. Fortunately for Virginia Tech, Lawal will either enter the draft or re-enroll at VT next summer.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Double-double not enough Wednesday Lawal closed with 17 points (4-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 9-14 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist and three blocks across 32 minutes during Tuesday's 82-73 2OT loss to California.

Impact Lawal was one of the standout performers for the Hokies in this defeat, and the junior big man found a way to leave his mark on both ends of the court despite the loss. Lawal ends the season with averages of 12.4 points and 7.0 rebounds per game, setting new personal bests in both categories.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Cal rallies to beat Virginia Tech 82-73 in double OT in 1st round of ACC Tournament

Andrej Stojakovic scored 29, Mady Sissoko and Rytis Petraitis posted double-doubles and California rallied to beat Virginia Tech 82-73 in double overtime in the first round of the...

MARCH 11 • Associated Press

Limited impact Saturday Lawal (illness) notched five points (2-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-4 FT), four rebounds and two assists over 24 minutes during Saturday's 65-47 loss to Clemson.

Impact Lawal didn't have his best performance in this game and was limited to only 24 minutes. Lawal will aim to have a bigger role when the Hokies take on California on Tuesday in the ACC Tournament.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

North Carolina rolls to season-high 6th straight win, beats Virginia Tech behind season-high 15 3s

Ven-Allen Lubin collected his first double-double as a Tar Heel and Ian Jackson hit five of North Carolina’s season-high 15 3-pointers while scoring 19 points in a 91-59 victory ov...

MARCH 5 • Associated Press

Inactive Tuesday Lawal (illness) will not suit up for Tuesday's game against NC State, Mark Berman of The Roanoke Times reports.

Impact Lawal will remain sidelined for a second-consecutive game due to illness as the Hokies host the Wolfpack. The 6-foot-8 junior, who is averaging 12.5 points, 6.9 rebounds and 0.9 assists across 28 starts, will have his next opportunity to return against Clemson this Saturday.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Virginia Tech faces North Carolina following Young's 26-point showing

MARCH 4 • Associated Press

Likely game-time decision Lawal (illness) is likely a game-time decision for the Hokies' game Tuesday against North Carolina, according to David Cunningham of Tech Sideline.

Impact According to the Hokies' head coach Mike Young, he is unsure they can use Lawal against North Carolina. Thus, he is a game-time decision for the Hokies' upcoming game Tuesday. Lawal would be a big add, with 12.5 points and 6.9 rebounds per game that should make dividends.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Young leads Virginia Tech against North Carolina after 26-point outing

MARCH 3 • Associated Press

Out Saturday Lawal (illness) will not play Saturday against Syracuse, per David Cunningham of Tech Sideline.

Impact The Hokies will be without their leading scorer Saturday with Lawal sidelined as he recovers from an illness. The junior had appeared in all of Virginia Tech's previous 28 games, averaging 12.5 points and 6.9 rebounds. Ben Burnham will start in Lawal's absence.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Virginia Tech and Syracuse face off in conference showdown

Virginia Tech hosts Syracuse in a matchup of ACC teams

MARCH 1 • Associated Press

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