NBA Draft 2012: Underrated Prospects Every Team Should Target in Round 2

NBA fans know about Anthony Davis, Harrison Barnes and the other biggest names available in June's draft. However, there are some lesser-known players who will likely get selected in the second round that warrant keeping an eye on over the next few months.

Let's take a look at three underrated college stars that would be terrific additions for any team. They might not have the same type of instant impact as the aforementioned stars, but should fill a bench role nicely while they continue their development.

Mike Scott, Virginia

Scott reminds me a lot of DeJuan Blair, who was taken in Round 2 by the San Antonio Spurs three years ago and still plays a key role in the team's rotation. Scott doesn't have explosive athleticism and lacks prototypical size, but still manages to get the job done.

He averaged 18 points and eight rebounds in his senior season, and even added some more versatility to his offensive game to become more attractive to scouts. He's a tireless worker that should continue to improve over time and could eventually crack a starting lineup.

While his upside remains limited because of his size, the contributions he provides will still be better than most high-risk, high-reward selections in the second round.

Mitchell Watt, Buffalo

Watt always possessed a boatload of potential during his four seasons with Buffalo, but playing time and then an illness in his junior season held him back. After returning to full health and being given a key role in his senior season, he broke out en route to earning MAC Player of the Year honors.

His defensive abilities are what make him stand out from the crowd, especially after a strong showing at the Portsmouth Invitational. He's also well on his way to becoming reliable on the offensive end as well with a solid hook shot and mid-range jumper.

Playing against lower-level competition means his learning curve will be larger than other prospects, but he has the potential to develop into a really solid pro.

Scott Machado, Iona

Another small-school star, Machado led the nation in assists at 10 per game. He also illustrated an ability to knock down outside shots, hitting 40 percent of his treys. He'll be a valuable asset to teams looking to add a backup point guard.

Machado has plenty of room for improvement, most notably on the defensive end, but being able to run an offense has become a dying art. He limits mistakes and keep defenses honest. That's all a team really asks from its second-team PG.

He missed an opportunity to improve his stock when Iona got snubbed from the NCAA tournament. That said, he's still well worth a flier in the second round.