Sam Knutson
Sam Knutson
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Terrance Wash | Prep Hoops Scout
Sam is a great all around player who easily scored against Quad Cities Academy 15u. He took advantage of smaller defenders in the paint by doing most of his damage around the basket. Whether it was scoring by grabbing offensive rebounds, using various post moves or passes being delivered near the basket, Sam was a hard cover for opposing defenders. He also showed the ability to score from the wing of the court. Sometimes he knocked down short perimeter jumpers, others led to Sam beating his opponent off the dribble and attacking the basket. He also showed his ability to be a great passer. A majority of the assists he made, led to positive outcomes for Minnesota Fury 15u Antl. Sam was also a threat from three-point range. He finished the game with three conversions. I believe Sam is a player who could effectively score from all areas of the court. He has the makings of an elite player in the coming years.
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Read EvaluationChris Robinson | Prep Hoops Scout
Knutson proved to be a matchup nightmare. While he was prolific with his back to the basket, it was his perimeter versatility that turned heads. Standing tall with impressive length, he functioned as a high-post threat. He saw over the defense to find cutters and skip-pass targets. Most impressive was his motor; despite his size, he consistently outran his matchups in transition. Knutson showed a polished understanding of when to facilitate and when to take over the scoring load.
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Read EvaluationPayton Calouette | Prep Hoops Scout
Sam made his impact felt with a physical presence around the rim, consistently carving out space and finishing through contact. He showed strong footwork on the block, keeping defenders off balance with patient moves and good body control. Defensively, he anchored the paint and altered shots simply by being in the right position. His ability to control the interior on both ends made him a reliable presence throughout.
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