Despite being a second-round pick, Chaz Lanier believes he has the intangibles to make an immediate impact on the Detroit Pistons.

The vibes have been positive for Detroit Pistons rookie wing Chaz Lanier since he was drafted in the second round of the 2025 NBA Draft.

Lanier ranked 15th in the country in points (684) and fourth in 3-pointers, setting the program record for a single season (123). He finished in double figures 36 times with the Volunteers, becoming the third player in the SEC over the last 20 years to accomplish that feat.