ARLINGTON, Texas - UTA sophomore guard Tyran Mason is one of several newcomers to join head coach KT Turner's program ahead of the 2025-26 season. The North Texas transfer appeared in four games for the Mean Green as a true freshman last season and played his high school career in the Dallas-Fort Worth area at Plano High School, where he was originally a 3-star prospect.

UTAMavs.com sat down with the former Plano HS standout following Thursday's practice:

What's a random fact about you? 
"I was born in Vichy, France. It's about an hour from Paris."
 
What's the best piece of advice you've received?
 "The best advice I've ever received? It would probably be from my Dad. We have a saying 'chop wood, carry water,' that just means be consistent and get better every day."
 
What's your favorite home-cooked meal?
"Either my Dad's ribs, or my Mom's dressing."
 
Could you take KT one-on-one?
 "Yes, for sure."
 
What is the last song you listened to on your phone?
 "Last song is Powerhouse by Hurricane Wisdom."
 
Why UTA?
"I had a great relationship with the coaches, they had recruited me previously out of high school and so coming back this time around it just felt like home, it feels like they're my uncles."
 
What do you like to do in your free time?
"In my free time, I just got in to playing [NBA] 2K, so that's what I've been doing. I haven't played it since 2K20, so it's pretty good."
 
What's your favorite place you've traveled?
"Boca Raton, Florida. I don't know if it was because of a shock factor, but it was extremely nice."
 
Who is your biggest inspiration?
"My biggest inspiration is my parents. They set a great example for me. They worked hard, they're resilient. Even if they aren't feeling well or something else, they are going to work hard and always get done what they have to get done."
 
Do you have any pregame rituals?
"I pray before every game and that's pretty much it."
 
How would you describe your game?
"I would say passionate, smooth and exciting."
 
Who do you model your game after?
"I look at Shai, Shai Gilgeous [-Alexander] a lot, I look at a lot of Kobe [Bryant] film, I don't resemble him, but I do watch a lot of Kobe film. Also, Jalen Williams."
 
If I talked with your best friend what are three aw they'd say to describe you?
"Troll, funny and reliable."
 
If you weren't a basketball player, what sport would you be excelling at instead?
"I'd say football – I was a wide receiver."

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