Olavi Suutela Scouting Report
FIBA U18 EuroBasket 2024 Analysis
Olavi Suutela
Team: Helsinki Basketball Academy (Finland)
Height/Position: 6’9” Forward
Nationality: Finland
Birthdate: February 5, 2006
Level: Mid Major
Roles: Rebounder and Connector
Swing Skills: Finishing around the rim
Olavi Suutela, a 6'9" center from Finland, had a solid performance at the 2024 FIBA U18 Eurobasket tournament, averaging 7.9 points, 8.6 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 1 block per game. His standout games included a 15-point, 19-rebound effort (with 8 offensive rebounds) against Lithuania, 8 points, 12 rebounds, 3 assists, and 1 block versus Spain, and 12 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 stocks against Greece. Suutela is a solid athlete with broad shoulders, long arms, and good mobility, agility, and coordination for his size.
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