Daniel Thomason
Daniel Thomason
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Clayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
The athletic forward is too much to deal with for the vast majority of opponents out West and even throughout the rest of the state’s 6A opponents. A lob threat at all times, his ability to fill openings in the halfcourt around playmaking teammates makes him a dynamic threat at all times. What allows Fruita Monument to compete with the best of the best in the state is in large part from Thomason’s defensive abilities thanks to the size and athleticism down low. Capable of guarding up given the verticality and active hands, this team has some special traits that make them a formidable playoff opponent once the time comes.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
Recently committing to RMAC program MSU Denver, Thomason looks to take Fruita Monument deep into the playoffs yet again. A bouncy swiss army knife forward, he retains his defensive abilities as a switchable defender and high motor asset on the glass. Posting 16.5 points and 7.3 rebounds per game, he is about as efficient around the rim as anyone out on the Western Slope. Making strides as a scorer from self-created looks, the forward is working to be a shotmaker off the dribble, namely with the pull-up jumper. Already a dependable weapon out of ball screens, he is a constant threat while rolling towards the basket, given the elvetain he gets. The Elite 8 program will go as far as Thomason can take them, although they are still quite possibly the best coached program out west, cementing themselves in another playoff run.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
Thomason remains a pest defensively, proactive jumping passing lanes to kickstart fast breaks. As well as a bouncy athlete, he can get up to contest taller opponents, particularly on the weak side. What stood out at this event was the passing vision, ready and willing to create great looks for teammates off the drive and kick. His quickness at 6’6 makes him a tough opponent to slow down one on one, particularly as his handle has made improvements.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
Thomason is a high motor forward who continues to make improvements on the margins, particularly with his handle and jump shot efficiency. Defensively, he is a pest given his athleticism and size to defend multiple positions.
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Read EvaluationBrandyn Newbins | Prep Hoops Scout
Daniel stands out for his elite athleticism and defensive intensity. In transition, he finishes above the rim with ease, while his ability to knock down threes makes him dangerous anywhere on the court. On defense, he locks in, guarding his man with fierce tenacity and disrupting plays.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
The athletic combo forward brings a high motor and developments to his shot creation throughout the summer. Capable of creating space for mid-range shot attempts off the bounce, he is continuing to round out his game, seeking out another deep run in the state playoffs with Fruita Monument.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
Thomason continues to bring defensive toughness up against a wide variety of matchups, quick laterally alongside the verticality. Especially quick up and down the court, he is a constant threat to leak out in transition circumstances. Still progressing as a playmaker with the ball, Thomason is getting tighter handling the rock versus pressure. Showing greater confidence getting to pull-ups or three point attempts along the perimeter, his all around offensive game continues to round itself out. Recently receiving an offer from MSU Denver, Thomason has all the tools to be a dependable RMAC forward, particularly as his skillset develops like it has recently.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
One of the state’s top forwards, Thomason continues to develop his handle versus pressure, creating a larger amount of pull-up shot attempts off the dribble. Getting to a larger volume of behind the back moves to free up space, his perimeter game is making steady strides, a notable area of intrigue for him. Alongside the shotmaking growth, Thomason continues to be a high motor rebounder and athletic shot blocker, Fruita Monument looks to be competitive among all opponents yet again.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
A mobile athlete possessing a high motor and great defensive instincts, Thomason is a worthy prospect to follow after his leadership with Fruita Monument. Aiding the Western Slope program to a 25-1 record while contributing 18 points and 7 rebounds versus Eaglecrest, through his final game of the playoffs.
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Read EvaluationClayton Conover | Prep Hoops Scout
Constantly a threat on the offensive glass, Thomason’s strength and agility has been a nightmare for opponents all season. His athleticism and endless motor kept Fruita Monument in this game until the very end, gaining plenty of entry passes while flowing along the baseline. Effective skying above opponents for rebounds or slam dunks, his outlier athleticism was on full display in this matchup.
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