3 Freshman Guards to Know for 2026-27: Jordan Smith Jr., Miles Sadler & Brandon McCoy Early Breakdown

Corey Tulaba and Albert Ghim kick off their pre-season freshman guard coverage with an early breakdown of three of their favorite incoming college guards: Jordan Smith Jr., Miles Sadler, and Brandon McCoy. Before a single college possession has tipped off, Corey and Albert dig into what makes each of these guards stand out — their skill sets, projected roles, and why they're worth tracking early in the 2026-27 season as potential risers in the 2027 NBA Draft conversation.
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🏀 In this episode:

Jordan Smith Jr. early scouting profile
Miles Sadler skill set breakdown
Brandon McCoy pre-season outlook
Why these three freshman guards are ones to watch
Early 2027 NBA Draft guard rankings talk

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