Hunter Tyson

BIOGRAPHY

Hunter Tyson, born on June 13, 2000, is known for his impressive prowess in the field of professional basketball. Currently, he contributes his skills to the Denver Nuggets, which forms part of the prestigious National Basketball Association (NBA).

Tyson’s journey to the NBA began in the small town of Monroe, North Carolina, where he spent his childhood. A standout at Piedmont High School, he exhibited a promising career in basketball, averaging an exceptional 27.1 points per game during his senior year.

His commitment to the sport remained steadfast as he moved into college. Choosing to go to Clemson University, Tyson continued to develop his skills as a player for the Clemson Tigers. In his freshman year, he played in 31 games, all as a reserve, with an average of 1.6 points per game.

Despite being a bench player, Tyson’s relentless pursuit of growth saw remarkable strides in his game during his sophomore year. His contribution to the team intensified as he averaged 5.5 points and 3.0 rebounds per game across 31 matches, with three as a starter.

Tyson continued to display a growing level of dominance in his junior season, scoring an average of 7.5 points, and securing 4.2 rebounds per game in 19 appearances. Unfortunately, an unfortunate facial fracture during a clash with Virginia Tech temporarily took him off the court. He missed five games and returned with a protective mask that remained with him for the rest of the season.

Regardless of the setbacks, Tyson took the court by storm in his senior year, boasting an average of 10 points and 5.5 rebounds per game. He simultaneously decided to use an extra year of eligibility granted under the 2020 pandemic guidelines, opting for a fifth season with the Clemson Tigers.

Tyson’s final year at Clemson was nothing short of impressive. He was awarded first-team All-Atlantic Coast Conference, thanks to his stellar performance averaging 15.3 points and 9.6 rebounds per game. Further icing his college basketball career’s cake, he was honored with the Skip Prosser Award as the scholar-athlete of the year.

Tyson’s graduation from college led him to the NBA. The Oklahoma City Thunder selected him as the 37th overall pick in the second round of the 2023 NBA draft, but he was promptly traded to the Denver Nuggets, where he continues to showcase his skills on the court.

Notably, Tyson was part of the Clemson team chosen to represent the United States in the 2019 Summer Universiade in Italy – a testament to his extraordinary basketball skills.

Away from the court, Hunter Tyson shares a bond with his younger brother, Cade, who seems to follow his path. Cade, a graduate of Carmel Christian School in Matthews, NC, earned the title of 2022 North Carolina Mr. Basketball and is now playing college basketball at Belmont.