Fargo  (NDSU)   – The North Dakota State University men’s basketball program has signed four student-athletes to its 2020 recruiting class, head coach David Richman announced Wednesday.

Donald Carter III, a guard from Minneapolis, Minn.; Grant Nelson, a forward from Devils Lake, N.D.; Boden Skunberg, a guard from Jamestown, N.D.; and Grayson Haman, a guard from Fargo, N.D., will continue their education and compete at North Dakota State.

Skunberg (Jamestown HS) has been a four-year starter in his high school career, averaging 25 points, six rebounds and four assists per game as a junior last season. He earned all-conference and first-team all-state recognition as a junior, helping to lead Jamestown to an undefeated state championship season.

“Boden is an extremely talented scorer, who can score in a variety of ways and has a knack for making big plays,” said Richman. “He loves the game and is constantly working to get better. We knew early he would be a great fit, and we are looking forward to his future as a Bison.”

“We are thrilled with adding these four young men to the Bison Family, and especially excited about three of them joining us from our state,” said Richman. “They all come from programs with great coaches who have helped prepare them for their future success.”

Carter (Scottsdale Community College) started all 30 games last season as a freshman at Scottsdale CC in Arizona, averaging 13.4 points, 5.6 rebounds and 5.4 assists while shooting 49 percent overall. Originally from Minneapolis, Carter has spent the past six years in the Phoenix area and will come to NDSU with two seasons of eligibility remaining.

“Donald is a tough, physical lead guard that has won everywhere he has been,” said Richman. “He’s a great young man who truly loves the game and is a great competitor and leader.”

Nelson (Devils Lake HS) averaged 16 points, 12 rebounds, and five blocks per game as a junior last season, earning all-conference and second-team all-state honors. He holds the Devils Lake school records for blocks in a season and career, and is also a state placewinner in the high jump.

“Grant is a long and athletic player who has a very diverse skillset, and he can play inside or out depending on what the game situation dictates,” Richman said. “He just continues to get better every time we see him, and he has a bright future at NDSU.”

Haman (Fargo Davies HS) looks to have an expanded role as a senior for Davies HS after averaging six points, four rebounds and two assists for the EDC champions and state runners-up as a junior last season.

“Grayson has a great frame and is a little bit of a late bloomer,” Richman said. “He continues to get better, and his hunger and passion for the game will be a great addition to our program.”

“We are excited to add these four to our program, but just as excited to add their great families to the Bison Family,” Richman continued. “These young men are great people who will represent our university in a first-class manner on the court, in the community, and in the classroom.”