What draft creators are saying about Tyler Tanner, summarized — jump straight to each segment on the creator's channel.
2027 NBA Mock Draft v. 1.0 with @CBSSports Adam Finkelstein
Sam names Tanner as a national player of the year candidate. He's an explosive 5'11 guard with a 6'4-6'5 wingspan who can finish above the rim, plus a pesky point-of-attack defender. His size will hurt against switches and in help defense, but Sam sees at least an NBA backup point guard. Sam's swing skill: whether he becomes a real pull-up shooter rather than only catch-and-shoot. Adam questions whether last year's jump from about 27% to 37% from three holds up, especially with less spacing at Vanderbilt. Both note he might earn more in college NIL than in the NBA.
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Way Too Early 2027 NBA Mock Draft
Calls Tanner 'my guy': under six feet barefoot, but so talented with the ball, a high-feel off-ball player and a great college defender. Has big worries about his defense at the NBA level, but won't sleep on him because of size.
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Way Too Early 2027 NBA Mock Draft
Calls Tanner one of his favorite players to watch after 19.5/4/5 with 2.4 steals on 49/37/85 shooting. Undersized, but an aggressive defender with quick hands; says Tanner is definitely an NBA player and another year as the top option should solidify him as a first-rounder.
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Way-Too-Early 2027 NBA Mock Draft | FULL First Round
Calls Tanner one of college basketball's most entertaining players after near-20/4/5 with 2.5 steals on 48/37/86 shooting — ridiculous production. At 5'11 and 166 lbs his size is a real concern, but he's a lightning-quick guard who plays bigger than his frame; a more dangerous pull-up and added strength could get him into the first round.
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