1 Reason to Fall in Love with Every 2012 NBA Draft Prospect

With only three days remaining until the 2012 NBA Draft, excitement is reaching its peak among NBA fans.

Which teams will get the best players? Which players will pan out and which ones won't? Which sleeper picks will surprise everyone?

Each and every prospect has found himself a potential for the draft for one reason or another, so here are the reasons these 60 athletes will more than likely be joining the big leagues.

Dee Bost, Mississippi State

Dee Bost played four solid years at Mississippi State. Having those years under his belt, Bost's experience will make him valuable.

Don Shurna, Northwestern

Last season, Shurna averaged 20 points per game for Northwestern. The 6'9" forward will be an asset to any team's perimeter offense.

Herb Pope, Seton Hall

He may not be the tallest guy in the draft, but at 6'8", Herb Pope still managed to average 10.4 rebounds during his time at Seton Hall.

Pope will be a great addition under the basket, and I'm personally hoping that the Timberwolves pick him up if he's still available at No. 58.

Jordan Taylor, Wisconsin

Jordan Taylor will be a strong off-the-bench point guard, as he averaged a solid four assists per game while at Wisconsin.

Justin Hamilton, LSU

Justin Hamilton's size (6'11" and 260 lbs) helps him be a positive force on defense. Last season, Hamilton averaged 7.2 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game. He'll make a good backup center in the league.

Kim English, Missouri

At 6'6", Kim English is a versatile shooter. Teams especially like his 45.9 percent success rate from behind the three-point line.

Henry Sims, Georgetown

His shooting percentage may not be the greatest, but Henry Sims' size makes him a threat down low, and he'll be a decent pickup for a team searching for an additional big man.

Khris Middleton, Texas A&M

A junior out of Texas A&M, Khris Middleton is excellent at driving to the hole and crafting a successful shot for himself.

Look for him to go to the Clippers at No. 53.

Marcus Denmon, Missouri

He may be a bit small, but Marcus Denmon brings a nice scoring performance to the table. During his 2011-2012 season at Missouri, Denmon shot 46 percent from the field, averaging 17.7 points per game.

Kris Joseph

Kris Joseph can be a hot shooter from the outside, and he'll immediately improve the perimeter game of whichever team he joins.

He averaged 13.4 points per game last season for Syracuse, and he also shoots 75 percent from the charity stripe.

Bernard James, Florida State

He won't be a starter, but Bernard James' solid rebound average of 8.2 boards per game last season will make him desirable for a team looking to bring in more big men.

Scott Machado, Iona

Although he's only 6'1" and 180 pounds, Scott Machado was an assist machine for Iona. He dished out an average of 9.9 APG in 2011-2012, and he'll make an excellent reserve point guard.

Tu Holloway, Xavier

Tu Holloway would probably go higher in the draft if he committed less turnovers, but his scoring totals will no doubt land him with a team willing to take a risk.

Holloway averaged 17 points per game as a senior for Xavier.

Mike Scott, Virginia

Mike Scott not only averaged 18 points per game while playing in Virginia, but he also boasted a 56.3-percent shooting percentage.

If you're looking for consistency, this guy has it.

Darius Johnson-Odom, Marquette

His smaller size suggests point guard, but Darius Johnson-Odom's biggest asset is his scoring, and teams will be looking at him as a shooting guard.

Furkan Aldemir, Turkey

Interestingly enough for a big man, the thing people are intrigued by most with Furkan Aldemir is his quickness and his footwork.

The big man out of Turkey looks NBA-ready and will bring several positives to the team he joins.

Tomas Satoransky, Czech Republic

Tomas Satoransky is large for a guard, and he'll fit well on a team looking to improve its overall size. At 6'7" and 201 pounds, Satoransky boasts a range from the lane to the three-point line.

JaMychal Green, Alabama

JaMychal Green will improve any team's depth at the center position with his 54.6 shooting percentage.

Kyle O'Quinn, Norfolk State

Teams love Kyle O'Quinn's blocking abilities. He stands 6'10" with an incredible 7'5" wingspan. During his junior and senior seasons with Norfolk, O'Quinn averaged just over three blocks per game.

Kevin Jones, West Virginia

Kevin Jones has a high basketball I.Q. and knows how to effectively read the floor when he's playing. NBADraft.com describes it this way:

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Once a shot goes up, he knows how to effectively position himself under the glass, and has strong reactionary and adjustment skills.

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Jae Crowder, Marquette

Jae Crowder's greatest draw is his overall physical makeup. His 6'6", 235-pound frame fits his forward position well, and his strength and stamina contribute to his scoring abilities and quickness on the floor.

Jared Cunninghman, Oregon State

Due to his high turnover rate, Jared Cunningham likely won't be more than a reserve player. However, teams also won't ignore his 17.7 PPG average last season in Oregon.

Kevin Murphy, Tennessee

Kevin Murphy doesn't have the best percentage in the draft, but he gets the job done. He can shoot from both inside and outside, and he averaged 21.1 points per game during the 2011-2012 season.

Orlando Johnson, UCSB

Orlando Johnson will benefit any team with his versatile shooting. Johnson averaged an impressive 19.7 points per game while playing for UCSB, and he knocks down 43 percent of his shots from the three-point line as well.

Drew Gordon, New Mexico

I expect Golden State to pick Drew Gordon at No. 35. based on his strong rebounding abilities. Gordon averaged 11.1 rebounds during his senior year at New Mexico.

Festus Ezeli, Vanderbilt

If Festuz Ezeli lands on the right team, he can be a great addition off the bench. Ezeli averaged only 10 points and 5.5 rebounds in only 23 minutes of playing time with Vanderbilt, and his well-roundedness as an athlete is an intrigue to scouts.

John Jenkins, Vanderbilt

Teams will be looking at John Jenkins for his three-point shooting capabilities. While at Vanderbilt, Jenkins took almost two-thirds of his shots from downtown, and he averages 44 percent from the three-point line.

Royce White, Iowa State

Teams who are looking for someone to attack the rim find themselves intrigued by Royce White. At 6'8", 270 pounds, White doesn't waste his size. He drives the lane and goes up hard for both points and rebounds. Physicality and aggression put White somewhere in the middle of the draft.

Jeff Taylor, Vanderbilt

Jeff Taylor is another player looked at primarily for physical attributes. His speed and vertical make him desirable, while his poor ball-handling skills label him a gamble.

Tyshawn Taylor, Kansas

Without a doubt, Tyshawn Taylor's versatility on the floor is his biggest asset. Although he doesn't stand out as a super star in any one area, he delivers solid numbers offensively and defensively. During the 2011-2012 season at Kansas, Taylor averaged 16.6 points, 4.8 assists and 1.3 steals per game.

Darius Miller, Kentucky

Darius Miller boasts a pretty solid jump shot, and Milwaukee may draft him as a well-rounded reserve.

Will Barton, Memphis

Will Barton is a scorer, and teams will be after him as such. While only a sophomore in Memphis, Barton averaged 18 points per game and consistently shot 51 percent from the field.

Draymond Green, Michigan State

Another player sought after for versatility, Draymond Green delivers solid numbers across the board. During the 2011-2012 season, Green averaged 16.1 points, 10.4 rebounds and 3.6 assists for the Spartans.

Andrew Nicholson, St. Bonaventure

Andrew Nicholson is all-around a good athlete, but his inside game stands out to scouts. Nicholson averages 18.4 points and 8.5 rebounds per game, and he also hits above the rim for an average of two blocks per game. Any team looking for a big man should take a serious look at the senior out of St. Bonnie.

Doron Lamb, Kentucky

Doron Lamb is described (h/t nbadraft.net) as a "highly efficient offensive player (50% FG) with an old school style."

He's only a sophomore, but Lamb's jump shot will certainly catch a team's eye late in the first round.

Tony Wroten, Washington

Tony Wroten is referred to as a "combo guard," a term that certainly fits him. It's this "package deal" type attribute that has Wroten slated to be picked late in the first round.

Only a freshman, Wroten averaged 16.7 points, 3.6 assists and just under two steals per game.

Marquis Teague, Kentucky

Marquis Teague could stand to improve his scoring numbers a bit, but his quickness and energy off the first step make him a player teams want to work with.

Evan Fournier, France

NBADraft.net says Evan Fournier is a natural shooter, and it's this inherent talent offensively that teams are excited to groom and improve in the NBA.

Arnett Moultrie, Mississippi State

While his NBA-ready size is certainly desirable, it's his shooting abilities that make Arnett Moultrie most sought-after.

Moultrie shot 55 percent and averaged 15.9 points as a junior at Mississippi State, and he should transition easily to the big leagues.

Quincy Miller, Baylor

At 6'9", 210 pounds, Quincy Miller's size makes him the perfect specimen for a shooting forward in the NBA.

Meyers Leanard, Illinois

Meyers Leonard stands at 7'1" and weighs 245 pounds.

He may not be as dominant as Dwight Howard, but his size is effective for any team beneath the basket.

Moe Harkless, St. Johns

Moe Harkless does struggle a bit with turnovers, but his first-step quickness and general agility overshadow that aspect as he beats defenders to the rim.

Harkless is only a freshmen, and some of the technicalities can be developed; teams are after him for his natural form and athleticism.

Tyler Zeller, North Carolina

This may be cheating a bit, but I'm going to say that the "one reason" to go after Tyler Zeller is the fact that he's a "full-package" center prospect.

It's hard to find a big man that can do it all, and that's exactly what Zeller is. The senior out of North Carolina averaged 16.5 points and 9.3 rebounds per game in 2011-2012, and he showcases a lot of run-jump athleticism that's hard to find in a man of his size.

Dion Waiters, Syracuse

Dion Waiters holds several positives for whatever team he lands with, but his biggest stand-out is his off-the-ball defending. He's a nuisance to opponents, and he averaged 1.8 steals per game as a sophomore in 2011-2012.

Terrence Ross, Washington

Washington's Terrence Ross will put any NBA team on the highlight reel of SportsCenter—plain and simple.

John Henson, North Carolina

John Henson possesses size—not just size, but effective size. At 6'11" with a 7'4" wingspan, Henson boasts a 9'3" reach, a whole 3.5 inches higher than Anthony Davis (expected to go No. 1 overall). While a junior at North Carolina, Henson averaged 2.9 blocks per game.

Austin Rivers, Duke

As only a freshmen at Duke University, Austin Rivers has the ability to create plays and adapt his jump shot, making him an extremely effective presence on offense.

Terrence Jones, Kentucky

Consistently talked about in regards to Terrence Jones is the quickness and athleticism he's able to deliver while standing at 6'9" and 252 pounds.

Kendall Marshall, North Carolina

As a sophomore at UNC, Kendall Marshall averaged over nine assists per game. Enough said.

Damian Lillard

Out of everyone on this list, I name Damian Lillard "Most Improved Player." This aspect alone is intriguing to teams, as they wonder how much potential the senior holds.

Jeremy Lamb, Connecticut

Jeremy Lamb is a scorer, and he'll thrive in the NBA. He can hit shots from all over the floor, and his 17.7 PPG average for Syracuse has teams excited.

Perry Jones, Baylor

Boasting a 7'2.5" wingspan, Perry Jones can go hard to the basket and play above the rim. The physicality is already present, and teams see plenty of potential worth grooming.

Harrison Barnes, North Carolina

It may seem a bit vague, but Harrison Barnes' awareness is what we love about him. Barnes can handle the ball efficiently on offense and create shots, and he can also read the floor extremely well on defense.

Jared Sullinger, Ohio State

Although a bit on the "short" side (he's 6'9") for an NBA power forward, Jared Sullinger proves himself on the boards. In his sophomore season for Ohio State, Sullinger grabbed a solid 9.3 rebounds per night.

Michael Kidd-Gilchrist

Michael Kidd-Gilchrist is one of the most well-rounded athletes in this year's draft, and he's only a freshman. Imagine the untapped potential ready to be utilized by a big league system.

Bradley Beal, Florida

At only 19 years old, Bradley Beal is a talented point guard with a jump shot to bolster any team's offense.

Thomas Robinson, Kansas

Thomas Robinson's post game slates him as one of the top five picks in this year's draft. While at Kansas, Robinson averaged 17.9 points and 11.8 rebounds per game.

Andre Drummond, Connecticut

Andre Drummond is athletically gifted, and his physical prowess will earn him an early pick in the 2012 Draft.

NBADraft.net scores Drummond a "10" in athleticism, size, quickness and potential. That potential has teams drooling.

Anthony Davis, Kentucky

There hasn't been a more NBA-ready draft prospect than Anthony Davis in, well, a long time.

Davis may not be the prettiest guy in the draft, but with averages of 14 points, 10 rebounds and an incredible 4.7 blocks per game, you can bet it will only be a matter of time before New Orleans fans don false unibrows of their own.