Duerr shows his feel, poise, and ability to lead a team. He’s a steady, high‑IQ wing who makes the right reads, controls tempo, and competes defensively. That’s a big part of why he’s already sitting inside the Top‑15. His game translates because he doesn’t force the issue. He elevates teammates and keeps offenses churning.

Player Eval Notes:

Cooper projects as a tough, big guard with natural court awareness. He shows comfort initiating offense in pick‑and‑rolls and finding space for pull-ups but should tighten his handle and improve change‑of‑direction footwork to create more consistently off the bounce. Defensively, sharpening on‑ball footwork and anticipation will let him stay in front of smaller, quicker guards and be more effective in team schemes. With continued skill work and reps in game‑speed situations he can shape into a true multi-positional floor general who impacts both ends at the next level.

Cooper’s frame hides a smooth off-catch stroke, deadly accurate from the corner and wing. After bulking up, he uses length to disrupt passing lanes and slide on switches, making him a versatile two-way wing in multiple schemes.

Cooper operates as a skilled wing, demonstrating a well-rounded game. With his ability to score efficiently at all three levels, he leverages his size and shooting touch to create points for his team. His basketball IQ shines on both ends of the floor, where his smart positioning and energy help him play effectively.

Duerr is stringing together strong performances in the district playoffs. In the first two games of the postseason, he’s averaging 21.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 4 assists per game. This is a testament to his all-around skillset and ability to lead a team as a sophomore. He is a shot-making facilitator who plays hard and hustles for every opportunity at loose balls, put-backs attempts, and on the defensive end of the court.