Gabe Nesmith commits to Vanderbilt as top recruit for 2027 class
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 3:06 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
Gabe Nesmith, a top-20 prospect in the 2027 class, has committed to Vanderbilt. This marks a significant recruitment for the Commodores, as Nesmith is the highest-ranked player to join the program in nearly a decade. The 6-foot-5 forward from Overtime Elite in Georgia is known for his versatility on the court, averaging 18.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game. He chose Vanderbilt after building a strong relationship with the coaching staff and being impressed by their development plans. Nesmith is currently Vanderbilt's first commitment for the 2027 cycle.
- •Nesmith is ranked No. 17 nationally and No. 4 at his position.
- •He previously visited Providence and had offers from multiple schools.
- •Nesmith aims to help the team compete for a national championship.
- •Chad Myers served as his lead recruiter and developed a personal connection with him.
- 3:26 PMYahoo Sports — Gabe Nesmith, 5-star wing in 2027 class, commits to Vanderbilt basketball
- 3:06 PMYahoo Sports — Top-20 recruit Gabe Nesmith commits to Vanderbilt as one of program’s highest-ranked pledges of the modern era
"Gabe Nesmith, a top-20 overall prospect in the 2027 class, tells Rivals he’s committed to Vanderbilt, becoming the highest-ranked player to choose the Commodores in nearly a decade. Ranked only behind Simi Shittu and Darius Garland, both five-star recruits in the 2018 class, Nesmith becomes the third-highest ranked player to commit to Vanderbilt in the […]
"Gabe Nesmith, a 2027 5-star wing, committed to Vanderbilt basketball and Mark Byington.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 3:26 PMGabe Nesmith, 5-star wing in 2027 class, commits to Vanderbilt basketball
Gabe Nesmith, a 2027 5-star wing, committed to Vanderbilt basketball and Mark Byington.
- Yahoo SportsJun 30, 2026, 3:06 PMTop-20 recruit Gabe Nesmith commits to Vanderbilt as one of program’s highest-ranked pledges of the modern era
Gabe Nesmith, a top-20 overall prospect in the 2027 class, tells Rivals he’s committed to Vanderbilt, becoming the highest-ranked player to choose the Commodores in nearly a decade. Ranked only behind Simi Shittu and Darius Garland, both five-star recruits in the 2018 class, Nesmith becomes the third-highest ranked player to commit to Vanderbilt in the […]
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