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Scout Report
Walk into any gym in Minnesota and you'll hear whispers about the 6-8 frame gliding up and down the court at Hopkins. When a sophomore is already drawing D1 offers from programs like Arizona State and Marquette, you know there's something special brewing.
Background
Ahmed Nur calls Hopkins, Minnesota home, suiting up for the same program that's produced plenty of Division I talent over the years. The Minneapolis suburb has become a basketball hotbed, and Nur is emerging as one of its brightest prospects. Coming up through the youth ranks in Minnesota, he's developed his game in a state that takes basketball seriously year-round. His path to Hopkins has positioned him perfectly to develop alongside other high-level talent like point guard Jayden Moore.
Playing Style
Nur brings a modern power forward skill set that translates perfectly to today's pace-and-space game. He moves fluidly for his size, comfortable operating both in the paint and stepping out to the perimeter when the offense demands it. His decision-making shows maturity beyond his years - he doesn't force shots or make rushed plays when defenses key on him. On defense, he uses his length effectively to alter shots and create deflections in passing lanes. The motor runs consistently on both ends, never taking possessions off. What separates him from other big men his age is his basketball IQ - he understands spacing, timing, and how to impact winning without needing the ball in his hands constantly.
Strengths
His combination of size and mobility immediately catches your eye on film. Nur can face up and attack closeouts with decent footwork, making him a matchup problem for slower big men. His hands are reliable around the rim, both for finishing and securing rebounds in traffic. The shooting touch from mid-range appears solid, though he's still developing consistency from three-point range. What coaches love most is his coachability - he processes adjustments quickly and applies them in real-time.
Areas to Watch
Adding strength to his frame will be crucial as he faces more physical competition at higher levels. His perimeter shooting needs to become more consistent if he wants to maximize his versatility as a stretch four. Developing a more diverse post-up package would give him another dimension when teams try to exploit size mismatches.
Player Comparison
He reminds me of a young Domantas Sabonis in terms of his basketball IQ and versatility, though Nur has more natural length. Both players understand how to impact the game beyond just scoring, with solid passing vision and defensive awareness. Like Sabonis, Nur's value comes from doing multiple things well rather than being elite in one specific area.
Recruitment
With offers already from Arizona State, West Virginia, Minnesota, and Marquette, Nur's recruitment is heating up early for a 2027 prospect. Expect more high-major programs to jump in as he continues developing over the next two years. The home-state Gophers will always be a factor, but programs like Marquette and Arizona State offer appealing development paths. His ranking at #44 nationally suggests he's firmly on the radar of top-tier programs, and that number could climb with continued improvement.
Projection
At the college level, Nur projects as a versatile four who can play multiple roles depending on scheme and personnel. His ceiling appears to be a solid starter at a high-major program, with the floor being a valuable rotation piece who brings energy and basketball IQ. Professional basketball isn't out of the question if he continues developing his shooting and adds the necessary strength to compete against elite athletes.
Updated Apr 23, 2026 · Analysis by PrepRadar Scouting Team
Career Journey
Hopkins
PREP SCHOOL
Career Highlights
Ahmed Nur recorded 13 points, 10 boards, and 4 blocks Saturday
6'9 junior Ahmed Nur dropped 23 points last night to help lead Hopkins to a win over #4 ranked Maple Grove
23 and 10 from Ahmed Nur vs. Tonka - averaging 15.3 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 3.5 blocks on the season
Ahmed Nur had 27 points with 15 min to go when he was checked out for the remainder of the game in win vs North
Ahmed Nur showcased his versatile scoring ability tonight in a big win for Hopkins
Offers
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Arizona State
West Virginia
Minnesota
MarquetteOffers sourced from 247Sports and social media monitoring.
Social Activity
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