Star transfer Fardaws Aimaq commits to Texas Tech

One of the top transferring big men, Fardaws Aimaq, has committed to Texas Tech, he tells On3.

The 6-foot-11, 245-pound center told On3 he chose the Red Raiders because of “Mark Adams and his ability to help me get to where I want to go. He truly believes in me and believes I am a lottery pick and just need to be on the stage to make that happen. His defense is unreal and will help me reach where I want to go as well.”

Speaking of defense, Aimaq is a two-time WAC Defensive Player of the Year, as well a two-time All-WAC selection.

The Vancouver, British Colombia native had a breakout season this past year at Utah Valley, averaging 18.9 points and 13.6 rebounds per game. Aimaq also shot 43.5 percent from the 3-point line on 46 attempts in his first season shooting consistently from deep.

Fardaws Aimaq garnered nationwide attention, receiving interest from Kentucky, Gonzaga, Washington, Houston, Arkansas, Iowa, Arizona, Texas, as well as Texas Tech.