Chosen by Denver in the 2005 NBA Draft with their 52nd overall pick, Axel Hervelle could end up being a winner or a waste for the Nuggets. At just 24-years-old, this Belgium-born athlete has a physique as good as any current NBA player. At 6-9 230 pounds, Hervelle is strong, has broad shoulders and a good wingspan. Athletic as they come, Hervelle is very physical and quick. Also his intensity is second to none as he possesses an all or nothing attitude. While he sounds like an ideal player, he still needs to develop his shot and improve his low post play. His offensive woes prevent him from bringing his game to the next level. With hard work and dedication he has the ability to improve the areas of his game that are holding him back. As a current member of Real Madrid, Hervelle is averaging 9.3 points and 6.2 rebounds. If the 24-year-old can further develop his offensive game while in Spain, Denver just might come calling before next season begins.

The expectations for Edin Bavcic are high. The Raptors used their 56th overall pick in the 2006 NBA Draft on Bavcic but they quickly sent him to the 76ers in return for cash. Despite falling to the second round of the draft, the Sixers' European Scouting Coordinator Danko Cvjeticanin believes he will make an impact on Philadelphia's squad. Cvjeticanin told Sixers.com. " He’s 6-feet-10, he’s a great sized forward, power forward, who can shoot the ball and can run the floor very, very well. He has good muscle definition, and because of that I see a better transition to the NBA game. I really think that down the road, in one or two years, he will be ready for the NBA game." While he has solid shooting skills, he is still developing his post game. The Bosnia-born athlete is currently honing his skills on the team KK Bosnia. He is averaging 9.2 points and 4.3 rebounds. At 23 years-old, Bavcic is still young and only time will tell if Cvjeticann's prediction will come true.

Yi, Yao and now Sun Yue? The Lakers chose Sun with their 40th overall pick in the 2007 NBA Draft and for good reason. The China native can dribble with the best of them and has eyes in the back of his head when it comes to finding the open man. At 6-9, 212 pounds with a diverse skill set, Sun can play at the 1, 2 or the 3 spot. At just 22 years-old, Sun plays with a maturity beyond his years as he appears at ease when the ball is in his hands. On the defensive end of the floor, Sun rebounds well, can obstruct passing lanes and occasionally blocks shots. Sun's biggest hurdle is cleaning up his shot. He is inconsistent and has a slow release along with poor mechanics. In an attempt to become NBA ready, Sun is currently playing in the ABA on the Beijing Aoshen squad. If this budding star can develop his jumper, he will be the complete package and a stat sheet stuffer for the Lakers in the years to come.

Rumor has it that Roko Leni Ukic will join the Toronto Raptors, who drafted him with their 41st overall pick in the 2005 NBA Draft, next season. Currently the 6-5 point guard sports a Lottomatica Roma uniform, where as a starter he is averaging 12.7 points, 2.4 rebounds and 2.8 dimes. Ukic's solid ball handling skills coupled with his playmaking abilities, makes the 23-year old Croatia native one of the most celebrated point guards outside the NBA. Although Ukic's often lacks intensity on the defensive end when he so chooses to turn it on he is a more than capable defender. With a quick first step, good size and great athleticism, Ukic will be a solid addition to the Raptors squad if the word on the street turns out to be true.