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<p>Basketball is often a game of matchups, but when a team can roll out <strong>three talented players who complement each other</strong>, opponents can find themselves in trouble fast.</p>
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<p>In this edition of <strong>Tricky Trio's From Across The Dakotas</strong>, we're highlighting some of the most intriguing three-player combinations from both <strong>North Dakota and South Dakota</strong>. From big-school programs loaded with talent to smaller schools bringing plenty of toughness and excitement, these trios come in all shapes and styles.</p>
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<p>We've got <strong>high-end athletes, snipers, skilled lead guards, lengthy defenders, dominant posts, playmaking wings and pure bucket-getters</strong>. Some trios overwhelm opponents with size and athleticism, while others rely on skill, shooting and chemistry to get the job done.</p>
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<p>Put the right three together, and suddenly a good team becomes a dangerous matchup. These are the trios with <strong>star power, versatility and plenty of potential to make noise</strong> when the season tips off.</p>
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<p style="font-size:30px"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Tricky Trio's</span></strong></p>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Bismarck</span></strong></p>
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<p>The Demons have the best Tricky Trio and the most dangerous backcourt in the Dakotas, in my opinion. Scott is an elite PG who makes everyone around him better (committed to Jamestown). Austin is a future D1 hooper with size, athleticism, and all the skills you could ask for. Boyd is a combo guard who can score in bunches and make fantastic plays on both ends. All 3 had a great off-season and will crush in 2026-27.</p>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Bismarck Century</span></strong></p>
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<p>The Patriots are the reigning 2-time Class AA State Champions. Gibby will lead the way as a star athlete and playmaker. We did not see him hoop this summer live, as he was in Michigan training/playing for a good chunk of the summer. Expect him to be a Mr. Basketball candidate in March. Ahmi is an emerging stud ready for his chance to impact as a long athlete. He has waited in the wings ready for his opportunity. He will be hooping in the NSIC next year at Jamestown. Zakai is a hardworking athlete who is coming off a solid summer, he could be the X-factor for the Pats. Will Century make another run and go for the 3-peat?</p>
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<p class="has-medium-font-size"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Clark-Willow Lake</span></strong></p>
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<p>The Cyclones made a trip to State A last season and bring back a huge core of that team. Sully is a mismatch nightmare and a future D1 hooper. His potential is through the roof with size, strength, skill, and smarts. Bo is a utility man with impressive length and versatility. Chris is a big lead guard with skill and a sweet jump shot; he is another matchup problem. The Cyclones should challenge West Central and Sioux Falls Christian as the top teams in Class A.</p>
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<p>PHD sees the Bulldogs as a top team in Class B and it doesn't hurt to have a legend of a coach. Noah is the long and lanky do-it-all floor general who will lead the way, create for others, and score plenty of points from all levels. Coy is a sparkplug, quick athlete, and a solid role player who will make hustle plays all over the court and play tough defense. [player_tooltip player_id='3624765' first='Nate' last='Wilkinson'] is a beast in the making who will follow in his brother's footsteps and dominate in the paint. He is young but has the makings to be a Double-Double type of guy in the near future. </p>
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<p>The Dragons bring back everyone from a team that went to State last season. Nelson is the horse who will lead the charge and average a Double-Double (committed to VCSU). Braxton is a long athlete who is coming off a sensational summer. DeCoteau is a bona fide All-State talent; I could see Azure joining him this season. Mikah is the sniper for the Dragons who will spread the defense, make teams pay for doubling Braxton/Nelson, and fill it up from 3-point land. The Dragons are the real deal.</p>
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<p>The Tigers also made it to State last season and I will not be surprised if they are back in 2026-27. These three ballers all had a great offseason and are ready to be in the convo as a top Class A team. Zak and Weber are playmakers who make winning plays on and off the ball. They both can shoot it, play with pace, and thrive as slashers. Tracy is an emerging talent ready to be a breakout baller. Anthony will complement Easton and Karson perfectly. </p>
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<p>The Jays have the trickiest trio in Class B. Ray is young but experienced, as these guys have played varsity for multiple years now. Bergstrom and Barman were All-State last season; expect that again. Blake will put up gaudy numbers as a sharpshooter and wizard of a passer. Ty is a D1 athlete who does it all and will dunk on people throughout the year. Jace is another high-quality athlete who can do a bit of everything on the court and take over the game at times. Expect Ray to be playing in the State Championship game in March.</p>
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<p>Wassenaar is arguably the top player in South Dakota, so the Chargers have that going for them. Brant is committed to Drake, so he is obviously the real deal. Cooper is a dynamic playmaking athlete and a 2-way baller. Ryan changes the game with his height and size (has a D1 offer from USD). Dieleman should average a Double-Double but can also spread the floor and hit 3's. SFC always seems to be a top-tier team and this coming season will be no different.</p>
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<p>The hype is real with the Titans, some people think Tea should be the #1 team in AA heading into the season, and for good reason. Lundin will anchor the middle as a top-notch defender; he is a well-rounded BIG, who is coming into his own. Shawd is a bucket-getter who could very well lead the state in scoring. Wiebenga is a walking mismatch with all the tools, he can completely take over the game and dominate. Tea has all the ingredients to be a powerhouse in AA.</p>
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<p>The Packers could have the best frontcourt in all of the Dakotas. It will be interesting to see what style West Fargo plays and how often these 3 are on the court together. Wavrin is unproven on varsity at this point, but has all the makings of being sensational. PHD sees him as a future D1 prospect. Booth is a long and powerful athlete who roams the paint while changing the game on both ends. He will be making highlight-reel plays all winter. Knudsen is a workhorse with size, strength, and relentless effort. Rebounds and points in the paint will be hard to come by when facing the scrappy Packers.</p>
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<p>All three of these Mustangs can shooter the 3-ball. Martin is still a youngster, but has shown that he is not afraid to take the big shot and cash in. He is a skilled and confident offensive talent. Keller will be heading to UND next year. He changes the game with his extreme athleticism; he can shoot it but is at his best in transition and attacking the basket. Kyson's highlight film at the end of the season will be unreal. Kratcha is a BIG with versatility. He is good on the block, is knockdown from mid-range, and will drill the occasional 3-ball. Keller and Kratcha will make for a dangerous 1-2 punch and Martin will tie it all together with his perimeter play.</p>
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