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Knicks select Vanderbilt's Tyler Nickel in 2026 NBA Draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 1:34 AM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Knicks select Vanderbilt's Tyler Nickel in 2026 NBA Draft

Summary

Tyler Nickel of Vanderbilt was selected by the New York Knicks with the 47th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft on June 24. Nickel, a 6-foot-7 forward, had a successful college career that included two seasons at Vanderbilt, helping the team reach back-to-back NCAA Tournaments. He demonstrated strong shooting skills, a 39% career 3-point percentage, and efficient scoring at the rim. Moving forward, Nickel will work to develop his role within the Knicks organization.

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Key Details

•Nickel averaged 4.3 rebounds at Vanderbilt in his senior year.
•He shot 44.5% from the field and 40% from three in 2025-26.
•Nickel was a former 4-star recruit who played at North Carolina and Virginia Tech.
•He attempted 275 three-pointers in his senior season, tying for the most in the SEC.
•The Knicks selected him in the second round of the draft on June 24.

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What they're saying

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The New York Knicks’ second-round selection of Vanderbilt forward Tyler Nickel has received the seal of approval from Skip Bayless. With the 47th selection in the 2026 NBA Draft, the Knicks secured the rights to 22-year-old Nickel to potentially be a rotational contributor for the Knicks’ title defense campaign next season.
— Yahoo Sports