Jarred Vanderbilt
Los Angeles Lakers/F/
United StatesPlayer Info
Jarred Vanderbilt is the defensive heartbeat and energy player for the Los Angeles Lakers, a power forward whose relentless hustle, versatility, and rebounding make him an invaluable role player. The 26-year-old Houston native was a second-round pick (41st overall) in 2018 by the Orlando Magic, coming out of Kentucky. He spent his early years with the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves, where he carved out a niche as a defensive stopper who could guard multiple positions and crash the glass with ferocity. A trade to the Lakers solidified his role on a contender, where his ability to defend stars, create extra possessions with offensive rebounds, and finish in transition has made him a fan favorite. While not a major scorer, his impact is felt in every hustle stat. Team honors include helping the Lakers reach the Western Conference Finals. He is known for his high motor and is often the first player diving on the floor for a loose ball. In short, Jarred Vanderbilt is the quintessential glue guy, a player whose defensive tenacity and non-stop effort are critical to the success of a championship-aspiring team like the Lakers.
Overview
Honors
Key Stats
Glossary
NBA 2026-2027Preseason
GP
4
MPG
10.25
PPG
3
2PM%
86%
3PM%
0%
REB
4
AST
0.5
STL
1
BLK
0.25
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
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Statistics
NBA 2026-2027Preseason
Per Game Statistics
Games Played
4
Games Started
0
Minutes
10.25
Points
3
Rebound
4
Assist
0.5
Block
0.25
Steal
1
Field Goal %
66%
3-Point Field Goal %
0%
Free Throw %
0%
Offensive Rebound
1.5
Defensive Rebound
2.5
Turnovers
1
Assists/Turnovers
0.5
Personal Fouls
0.75
Total Data
Points
12
Rebound
16
Assist
2
Block
1
Steal
4
Field Goal %
66%
3-Point Field Goal %
0%
Free Throw %
0%
Offensive Rebound
6
Defensive Rebound
10
Turnovers
4
Personal Fouls
3