Georgia Tech's Transfer Portal Talent Surge

0:00On April 29, Georgia Tech just wrapped a massive roster rebuild under new head coach Scott Cross through the transfer portal. The first wave is done. Top talents are scarce now, and they've got eight players locked in. Cross mixed vets with young guns for a promising core. Iying a starting five of guards, Colby Garland and Nasser Whitlock, forwards Victor Valdes and Camcraft, plus center Mastafa Diab. Earlier this week, Cross nag Garland from San Jose State, a scoring machine who dropped 20 plus points in his last 12 games and averaged. Over 20 a night, Whitlock comes from Lehigh, lighting it up with double doubles most nights and earning top league honors. Retained four star, Ciden Bailey, adds backup punch in the back court. Fans are buzzing about the front core flip. Valdes follow Cross from Troy as their top scorer, pairing with returning jackets forward, Camcraft to stretch the floor. Athletic wild car Tyler Jordan, another four star holdover, could crack the starting spot

1:03and bring serious bounce. As center, Diab re-committed after the coaching change, setting up as the defensive anchor with real upside. Cole Curewack, the other returning player, steps up as backup after showing flashes last year. Depth needs work, so expect more portal pick-up soon, especially guards and biggs. Once built a solid foundation, Georgia Tech hoops could surprise next season.