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Watch: Former Hopkins forward Ahmed Nur seeing recruitment blow up after winning MVP at NBPA camp
By Darren Wolfson at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· July 9, 2026
· 2 min read
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Class of 2027 6-foot-10 forward Ahmed Nur had a good junior year for Hopkins high s...
Key takeaway Many of the top 2027 players in the country were there.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
As Ahmed Nur's recruitment gains momentum, Minneapolis basketball fans are keeping a close eye on the local talent's next move. His decision to transfer to a prep school in Phoenix for his senior year may take him out of the local spotlight, but his roots in the Hopkins community remain strong. The fact that he recently checked out a Gophers practice suggests that staying in-state is still a possibility, which would be a significant boon for the University of Minnesota's basketball program. With the Gophers among the top contenders for his commitment, local fans are eager to see if Nur will choose to stay close to home and compete in the Big Ten. As the college basketball season approaches, Nur's decision will be closely watched, and his choice could have a lasting impact on the local basketball landscape.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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