Multiple UFC fighters and analysts provided detailed breakdowns of Carlos Prates' knee strike technique following his recent performance. Cory Sandhagen highlighted the unique mechanics of Prates' left knee, noting he generates power through a full-body spring motion rather than just stepping forward, and that Prates seamlessly transitions the knee setup into high kicks that wrap around the opponent's head. Jorge Masvidal praised how Prates used the threat of knees to completely shut down his opponent's clinch work and body punching, calling it some of the best knee work he's seen in years. Dustin Poirier observed that Prates showed no fear of takedowns when throwing knees, which allowed him to strike more aggressively. Dean Thomas noted the knees were difficult to see coming because Prates mixed them effectively with his hand strikes. The analysts agreed that Prates' length and striking versatility make him a dangerous matchup for anyone in his division, though his grappling defense against elite wrestlers like Islam Makhachev remains a question.
