Last Updated on May 31, 2026 by Mat Diekhake

Brandon Taylor carved out a professional career with his quickness, shot-making ability, and confidence as a lead guard. Whether creating offense for himself or setting up teammates, he has consistently provided energy and scoring punch wherever he has played.

Player Profile

  • Full Name: Brandon Alexander Taylor
  • Nationality: American
  • Date of Birth: August 1, 1994
  • Hometown: Willingboro, New Jersey, USA
  • Height: 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
  • Weight: 169 pounds (77 kg)
  • Wingspan: 5 feet 11 inches
  • Shoe Size: Size 10 (US)
  • Jersey Number: 11
  • Position: Point Guard
  • High School: Trenton Catholic Academy, New Jersey
  • College: University of Utah (2012–2016)
  • NBA Draft: Undrafted in 2016
  • Professional Teams:
    • Alba Fehérvár (Hungary)
    • Steaua București (Romania)
    • Bergamo Basket 2014 (Italy)
    • Le Mans Sarthe Basket (France)
    • Pallacanestro Reggiana (Italy)
    • BCM Gravelines-Dunkerque (France)
    • Ningbo Rockets (China)
    • Baxi Manresa (Spain)
    • Leyma Coruña (Spain) (2024–Present)
  • Championship Rings: None
  • Children: Not publicly available
  • Siblings: Not publicly available

Player Archetype / Play Style

Brandon Taylor’s player archetype is that of a quick, shot-making lead guard, a compact point guard who combines pick-and-roll control with perimeter scoring and enough burst to pressure defenses off the dribble. Defensively, he fits as a scrappy point-of-attack guard who relies on activity, anticipation and competitiveness more than size, which is typical given his 178–180 cm frame. Offensively, his role is built around initiating sets, creating advantages in ball screens, knocking down jumpers and balancing playmaking with his own scoring when the game opens up. Physically, Taylor is a smaller guard with a strong base, quick feet and the kind of pace change that helps him turn corners and stay involved on both ends, and his overall play style leans toward confident, high-energy backcourt play rooted in tempo, pull-up threat and steady creation. (FIBA Basketball)

Sources:

FIBA Basketball — Brandon Taylor () – Basketball Stats, Height, Age
EuroLeague Basketball — BRANDON TAYLOR Profile
EuroLeague Basketball — Panionios inks guard Brandon Taylor