Vanderbilt's Tyler Tanner withdraws from NBA draft, returns for junior season
ESPN NCAAM • 1 min read • Latest: May 28, 2026, 2:56 AM
Last updated May 28, 2026
Tyler Tanner, an All-SEC point guard from Vanderbilt, has announced his decision to withdraw from the NBA draft. Tanner informed ESPN on Wednesday that he will return to the Commodores for his junior season, a move that could strengthen the team's prospects in the upcoming NCAA season. Despite expressing interest in pursuing a professional career, Tanner has chosen to further develop his skills at the collegiate level. His return is seen as a significant boost for Vanderbilt as they aim for a competitive season ahead.
- •Tyler Tanner withdraws from NBA draft.
- •He will return to Vanderbilt for his junior season.
- •Tanner is an All-SEC point guard.
- •Decision was announced to ESPN on Wednesday.
- •His return could enhance team competitiveness.
- 2:56 AMESPN NCAAM — All-SEC PG Tanner pulls out of draft, back to Vandy
"Vanderbilt's Tyler Tanner, one of the elite point guards in the country, told ESPN on Wednesday that he has withdrawn from the NBA draft and will return for his junior season.
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