For a few days in late April, the most notable transfer portal target that Auburn had its sights on was Vanderbilt guard Tyrin Lawrence.

Lawrence had just come off an amazing season where he scored 13.1 points and averaged 4.4 rebounds per contest while making 50% of his shots, and felt that it would benefit him to test the waters of the transfer portal. He paid a visit to Auburn in late April, and Auburn received a prediction to earn his commitment. But, his name seemed to fade away like a vapor after a week of speculation that he would transfer to Auburn. Now that time has passed, Lawrence has officially decided where he wants to spend next season.

Lawrence announced Thursday that he will use his fourth season of eligibility to remain at Vanderbilt. Lawrence shared the news via Twitter, with a caption that reads: “Nashville, I’m back.”

Following his visit, Lawrence told Jason Caldwell of Auburn Undercover that he believed Auburn was a “perfect fit” for him. However, with the addition of McDonald’s All-American Aden Holloway and the return of Tre Donaldson, it would be difficult to give all three players adequate time to run the point.

During the time of his visit, the idea of having Lawrence on the roster would have been a great move from a leadership and experience standpoint. But with the announcement of Johni Broome, Dylan Cardwell, and Jaylin Williams all resending their intent to join the NBA draft pool, those qualities were no longer an area of need.

As it stands, Auburn has an adequate guard room with Holloway and Donaldson at the point, with FIU transfer Denver Jones, and mainstays K.D. Johnson and Lior Berman holding down the two position.

Check out Auburn’s projected rotation for all positions here.

Nashville, I’m Back. pic.twitter.com/1BchwZLXbe

— Tyrin Lawrence (@tyrinlawrence) June 1, 2023

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