Greek guard Neoklis Avdalas reportedly withdrew from the 2025 NBA draft ahead of the 5 p.m. EDT deadline on Sunday, according to Jonathan Givony of ESPN.

Avdalas averaged 7.7 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.4 assists on 35.7% shooting from 3-point range in 26 games last season with Peristeri in the Greek League. He finished in double figures seven times, including a season-high 23 points on Dec. 22.

The 6-foot-8 standout competed in the combine last month, averaging 10.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, 4.5 assists and one block in two scrimmages in Chicago, Illinois. He registered a 6-foot, 9-inch wingspan in the anthropometric measurement testing.

Avdalas was considered a potential second-round pick in the draft after a solid showing at the combine. He dazzled in the open court on offense with his athleticism and size, and has shown potential as a three-level scorer at the next level.

The 19-year-old is now expected to join Virginia Tech, having previously been connected to the program if he withdrew from the draft. He would join a team adding four-star prospects Christian Gurdak and Sincere Jones, among others.

Avdalas will now have the opportunity to continue his career with the Hokies . He can improve his skill set in the ACC and should be a prospect to watch in the 2026 NBA draft.

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