Seth Trimble, a former guard for the North Carolina Tar Heels, has broken into the conversation for the 2026 NBA Draft, landing at No. 5 on Yahoo! Sports’ ranking of undrafted free agents.
A Unexpected Rise
His senior season at UNC marked a turning point, as he posted career‑high averages of 14.0 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.0 assists while delivering four 20‑point outings — a stark contrast to the single such game he recorded in his first three collegiate years.
The highlight reel included a 30‑point explosion against No. 24 Louisville and a buzzer‑beating win over Duke that is already being replayed in Tar Heel circles.
The performance earned him an honorable‑mention nod on the All‑ACC team, underscoring the league’s recognition of his impact.
Combine Dominance
At the NBA G League Combine, Trimble distinguished himself with a 38.5‑inch no‑step vertical and a 43.5‑inch max vertical, topping the participant leaderboard in both tests.
His agility metrics were equally impressive, posting a shuttle run of 2.81 seconds and a 3/4‑court sprint clocked at 3.08 seconds, which placed him sixth overall in the shuttle event.
The combination of statistical growth and elite athletic testing has positioned Trimble as a compelling candidate for a two‑way contract, a pathway that could see him debut in the NBA while still developing in the G League.
If he secures a roster spot, the former Tar Heel will join a growing list of undrafted players who have leveraged strong combine showings into guaranteed NBA opportunities.