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2020-21: Nelson appeared in eight games on the season for the Pokes after missing most of the season with an injury. He averaged 3.1 points per game and 3.1 rebounds per night. He shot 58 percent from the field going 11-of-19 for the season. He recorded a career-high nine points against Mississippi Valley State in his first career game. He grabbed a career-best five rebounds against Incarnate Word. He missed all of conference play and returned to the lineup at the Mountain West Tournament.

Prior to Wyoming: Nelson is a native of Dublin, Ireland and will have three seasons of eligibility.  He played last season at Otero Junior College in Colorado for head coach, Cole Dewey. He added six points per game and 5.8 rebounds per night. An aggressive offensive player in the post, Nelson shot 58 percent from the field. He recorded 22 points against Laramie County Community College for a season high. He grabbed a season-high 15 rebounds against North Platte Community College.

High School: Nelson played nationally for his country on numerous occasions. At the U20 European Championships, Nelson added 9.7 points per game and six rebounds. At the U18 European Championships, Nelson recorded 6.7 points and 4.3 rebounds per game in 10 minutes of action per game.

He played club basketball for UCD Marian in Dublin, Ireland. He helped lead his team to the National Club Finals in 2018.

He also received offers from Boise State, Florida Gulf Coast, and Montana State.