Tyler Tanner Measures 5'10.75" at NBA Combine, Eyes Higher Draft Slot

Context Tanner arrived in Chicago for the NBA Draft Combine ahead of Wednesday’s scrimmage session. His official measurements list a barefoot height of 5'10.75", a weight of 167 pounds, a wingspan of 6'4.25" and a standing reach of 7'9".

He will join a group of prospects that includes players from Wisconsin, Auburn, Virginia Tech and other programs. The combine gives evaluators a chance to assess his size, athleticism and skill set in live drills. For Vanderbilt, having a player in the combine marks a rare opportunity to showcase a guard who could become the program’s highest‑paid NBA alumnus if he remains eligible and returns to school.

Key Facts In the 2025‑26 season Tanner averaged 19.5 points per game, adding 3.6 rebounds and 5.1 assists while shooting 48.5% from the field and 36.8% from three‑point range. Those numbers represent a sharp increase from his freshman year, when he posted 5.6 points, 2.2 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game.

His assist rate jumped from 1.9 to 5.1 per game, showing growth as a playmaker. Tanner told ESPN that he is fully focused on getting drafted as high as possible and that he already considers himself a better player than he was at Vanderbilt.

What It Means The combine measurements place Tanner among the shorter guards in the draft class, but his shooting percentages and playmaking numbers could offset size concerns for teams seeking a combo guard. Strong performances in the upcoming scrimmages could improve his draft stock and push him into early second‑round conversations.

Conversely, a lackluster showing might reinforce doubts about his ability to defend larger opponents. Analysts note that guards with sub‑6‑foot heights have succeeded in the NBA when they combine elite shooting with high basketball IQ, a profile Tanner says he is building.

Watch how Tanner performs in the scrimmages and whether any team invites him for a private workout later in the week.