Tyler Cronin from the 3 Bid League podcast says he confirmed we’ve added Shaw.

On the other hand, from Chatgpt:

"I did a deeper search specifically for Aiden/Aidan Shaw and George Washington men's basketball, including recent 2026 recruiting/transfer information.I still cannot find any evidence that GW has added him to its roster. The results actually clarify the situation:

• Aidan Shaw (6'9", forward) was at Boston College. The 2026 ACC roster report lists him as a Boston College departure “out of eligibility.”
• The national player database also lists Aidan Shaw — Boston College — 6'9" forward — senior, rather than GW.
• Searches for “Aiden Shaw” and “Aidan Shaw” specifically with George Washington/GW basketball produced no GW men's basketball announcement or roster entry.
• I also checked for a possibility that GW had quietly added him without a formal announcement; I found no credible indication of that."

Last edited by Long Suffering Fan (9/18/2026 9:09 am)

For fun I thought I would ask Gemini on Google. Not knowing much about him the answer was interesting 

Projecting Aidan Shaw’s success in the Atlantic 10 (A-10) is a highly relevant scenario, as he officially entered the transfer portal in 2026 to utilize an additional year of college eligibility. Given his physical tools and his performance jump at Boston College, a move to a mid-major powerhouse conference like the A-10 would position him to be a high-impact, elite frontcourt defender and an efficient double-double threat.

1. Defensive Dominance and Rim Protection The A-10 is a physical, hard-nosed conference, but it generally lacks the sheer height and depth of SEC or ACC frontcourts. At 6'9" with an elite vertical, Shaw’s defensive metrics—where he averaged 1.2 blocks per game in limited ACC minutes—would immediately translate into a defensive anchor role. He has the mobility to guard the perimeter in the A-10's guard-heavy systems and the length to eliminate shots at the rim, projecting him as a potential A-10 All-Defensive Team candidate.
2. Elite Efficiency and Rim Running Shaw is historically excellent near the basket, shooting over 64% from the floor throughout his college career. In the A-10, where interior defensive schemes are slightly less oppressive than what he faced at Missouri or Boston College, Shaw would be a premier weapon in transition and pick-and-roll situations. If paired with a high-level A-10 playmaker, his scoring output could easily spike from his previous 4.5 PPG toward the 8–10 PPG range simply off lobs, putbacks, and baseline cuts.

3. Rebounding Upside Shaw proved his nose for the ball during his lone season in the ACC, leading Boston College in rebounds multiple times and averaging 6.2 rebounds per game in 25.4 minutes. Scaled to a premier role in the A-10, his athleticism would allow him to dominate the glass on both ends, likely averaging near 7.5 to 8.5 rebounds a night, making him one of the conference's top board-crashers.

4. The Skill Set Ceiling The primary factor capping his projection from "great role player" to "all-conference superstar" remains his half-court offensive creation. While A-10 defenses might give him a bit more cushion, he still profiles strictly as a finisher rather than a creator. If an A-10 coaching staff can unlock a reliable 12-foot jump shot or a basic face-up drive game, his impact would skyrocket. Without it, he remains an elite-tier system piece.

Then I asked specifically about him transferring to GW

If Aidan Shaw were to transfer to the George Washington Revolutionaries (GW) under Head Coach Chris Caputo, his tactical fit would align perfectly with the program's strategic direction. GW has aggressively prioritized building a roster defined by "positional size" and multi-positional defensive versatility.

The Tactical Fit at George Washington
The Caputo Defensive Philosophy:
Coach Caputo favors length and agility to disrupt passing lanes and protect the rim. Shaw’s 6'9" frame and elite vertical leap fit exactly what GW looks for in a modern frontcourt piece. He would share the floor with a revamped, tall roster that includes incoming impact transfers like 6'11" Andrija Vukovic (Oklahoma State) and 6'9" Dylan James (Georgia).

Interior Complement:
Because GW added true size in Vukovic, Shaw would not be forced to play out of position as a physical, back-to-the-basket center. Instead, he could occupy his natural role as a hyper-athletic forward—slashing to the rim, cleaning up offensive rebounds, and floating in the dunker spot while the centers command interior gravity.

Transition Weapon:
GW loves an uptempo game that feeds off defensive stops. With returning lead guard Jean Aranguren orchestrating the offense, Shaw would be a premier fast-break lob threat in the Atlantic 10.

What This Means for His Success

An Instant Postseason Stage: GW is coming off a highly competitive year where they made a run to the 2026 NIT second round. Joining a program on an upward trajectory means Shaw would be playing meaningful, high-stakes basketball in March.

Maximized Efficiency, Lower Scrutiny: Because GW brought in 11 total newcomers to spread out the scoring load, Shaw wouldn't face intense pressure to be an isolation, 18-point-per-game scorer. This freedom allows him to focus strictly on what he does best: locking down the opponent's best forward, anchoring the defense, and scoring 8–10 highly efficient points per game off cuts and transition dunks.

All-Conference Visibility: Playing in the nation's capital for a prominent A-10 program would put Shaw directly in the spotlight. If he could help anchor a top-three defense in the conference, an A-10 All-Defensive Team nomination would be a very realistic benchmark for his success.

 

Last edited by Florida Colonial (9/18/2026 3:24 pm)

GWRising wrote:

I don't think (but don't know for sure) that there will be any formal acknowledgement of a roster addition until there is final resolution of the court case that his eligibility is part of. Nor do I think you will see him participate in any games until then. GW will not take any risks until they are certain. There is probably a chance he never suits up for GW. But if he does, could be a huge addition. It will have to play out.

Given the turmoil LSU football just caused, there is no way GW officially lists him until he is 100% allowed to play. Period. His case may be like that Europlayer that arrived on campus only to depart without ever suiting up over elligibilty issues. And in today´s environment, he is not getting on the roster until the ink on the ellibility certificate is dry, no matter what Artificial Stupidity program you "consult". (Still, cannot hurt having him work out with the team, can it?)
 

It appears for now Shaw is ineligible

https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/court-ruling-deems-class-22-192127712.html


"The litigious world of college sports got even more confusing with another major court ruling two weeks before the college football season begins.

On Friday, the United States Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals granted the NCAA a stay in an order that reverses a Colorado judge's recent decision granting players from the class of 2022 one last season of eligibility in the upcoming academic year.

The decision is related to a federal class-action lawsuit led by Northern Colorado men's basketball player Brock Wisne. Wisne's case, in which former Missouri Tigers basketball player and Overland Park native Aidan Shaw is also listed as a plaintiff, argued that the NCAA is violating antitrust law by preventing him from playing a fifth season. Because it's the only eligibility case that's a class-action suit, the decision applies to all athletes who had just completed their fourth season in the last four years."

Read this incredible write up on every GW player!

There’s a guy on twitter who goes by JPR @Scouting_col
who released a full paragraph on every player in the P5, A10, America , MAC, MWC, PAC12, and WCC, plus one player from each remaining team. 

GW write up starts on page 322.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uP-TxCB4WxFVsZqZYwkPRguI-FgI_wNc/view

That truly is quite impressive. This guy has way too much time on his hands, and I personally appreciate that!

Couple of interviews done before the Georgetown game