The transfer portal giveth, and the transfer portal taketh away. For the Iowa Hawkeyes, it was a case of the latter this week as a key backcourt target slipped from their grasp.

Iowa, looking to replenish its guard depth after the departure of Bennett Stirtz, had emerged as a potential suitor for Butler transfer Finley Bizjack. The 6'4" junior, coming off a breakout All-Big East Third Team season where he averaged 17.1 points per game, was one of the most sought-after guards in the portal.

However, the Hawkeyes' pursuit has ended. Bizjack announced his commitment to West Virginia, choosing the Mountaineers and the competitive Big 12 conference over Iowa. This marks a significant recruiting win for West Virginia and a missed opportunity for the Hawkeyes to add a proven, high-scoring veteran.

Ranked as a four-star portal recruit and a top-50 overall transfer, Bizjack's decision underscores the fierce competition for elite talent. For Iowa fans, it's a reminder of the portal's unpredictable nature. The search for backcourt help continues as Fran McCaffery and his staff look to build a roster capable of competing in the Big Ten.