A thumbnail list of possible Jazz draft picks, listed first by position, then alphabetically:
CENTERS
Rafael Araujo, BYU SR
6-11, 290, 23 years old
The native of Brazil is big and strong, a solid rebounder. He's still learning the game, and not the world's greatest athlete. Jazz owner Larry H. Miller has said Utah will take Araujo if he is on the board at 14. Basketball boss Kevin O'Connor would not confirm that. Seattle, though, is said to like him at 12.
Ha Seung-Jin, South Korea
7-4, 325, 18 years old
Ha is big. Very, very big, say those who've seen him. So big he checked in at 13 pounds when born. Now that's big. But he's young, and raw. No way the Jazz take him at 14 or 16, it seems, but don't totally discount 21 — even though he is projected to be a very late first-rounder at best.
Pavel Podkolzine, Russia
7-5, 300, 19 years old
The Siberian giant is an above-average athlete, but inexperience is the knock. He played, sparingly, in the Italian League this past season. A pituitary gland disorder kept him from being a lottery pick last year, and makes him somewhat of a risky pick now. The Jazz are believed to like him, but will the draft's (arguably) best center be available at 14?
Peter J. Ramos, Puerto Rico
7-3, 275, 19 years old
Ramos is dominant in his native Puerto Rico, but scouts have all sorts of varying opinions on him. He hasn't played long, though his game is said to have come a long way in a short time. His strength and work ethic both are said to need improvement, but he stayed in the draft anyway and expects to go somewhere in the first round. Works out this morning in Utah.
Robert Swift, California HS
7-0, 245, 18 years old
Originally committed to play at USC. He is said to be everything you'd want in a center, except for experienced. He hasn't worked out for anyone, either, leading some to suspect some team has given him a guarantee. It's not the Jazz; they don't make promises. But Utah is said to like him.
POWER FORWARDS
Andris Biedrins, Latvia
7-0, 240, 18 years old
He is a decent defender and solid shot blocker who is more than willing to play in the paint, unlike some European big men. Ripped, too. But he has no real range, and is rather raw. Might not be around at 14, but his stock has been sliding somewhat lately.
Kris Humphries, Minnesota FR
6-9, 235, 19 years old
Big 10 Freshman of the Year seems to have what it takes to play power forward in the NBA. He's physical, strong and a solid rebounder. Minnesota coach Dan Monson even calls him a young Karl Malone. Some wonder, though, if he is a bit undersized for the 4 spot. Humphries did work out for the Jazz last week.
Al Jefferson, Mississippi HS
6-10, 265, 18 years old
Consensus high school all-American originally committed to play for Arkansas. He is regarded as already being a solid post player with an NBA body, despite his relative youth. Everyone raves about his footwork, too, though he is more rugged than athletic. Works out Monday in Utah.
SMALL FORWARD
Josh Smith, Georgia/Virginia HS
6-8, 221, 18 years old
Georgia high school star transferred to highly regarded Oak Hill Academy in Virginia for his senior season. He is a leaper with long arms, but he's thin, and some say he ought to be a better rebounder. Hard to tell if he'll be long gone by 14, or still around at 16. Doesn't really seem to fit a need for the Jazz, though.
SHOOTING GUARDS
Tony Allen, Oklahoma St. SR
6-4, 213, 22 years old
Big 12 Player of the Year has NBA body, funky but improving shot. Chicago native played two seasons at Oklahoma State after stops at two junior colleges. Draft dropouts could push him into the first round, but 21 seems quite high. It is said Jazz coach Jerry Sloan would love his all-out style, though, and some Jazz scouts love him.
Luke Jackson, Oregon SR
6-7, 212, 22 years old
The Oregon native has a quick shot release, and improving 3-point range. Swingman is said to be unselfish, something of a rarity in the NBA. The big question: Can he play NBA defense? Mock drafts have him all over the board, from mid-lottery to early 20s. Sprained ankle kept him from working out in Utah on Saturday.
Sergey Monya, Russia
6-8, 220, 21 years old
Said to be the most NBA-ready European player in the draft. Has an NBA body, and very solid shooting skills. Swingman plays for CSKA Moscow, former team of Jazz All-Star Andrei Kirilenko, in Russia. Employs same agent as Kirilenko. Mostly a perimeter player, and hesitant to penetrate. Utah is said to love him; ditto for Boston, whose first pick is at 15.
Kirk Snyder, Nevada JR
6-7, 225, 21 years old
Western Athletic Conference Player of the Year is a do-it-all playmaker who can operate out of the 2 spot. He has come on strong as of late, and seems like a possible late lottery pick. Got Nevada to the NCAA Sweet 16, and helped get his coach a job at Stanford. Canceled a private audition with Utah, though the Jazz did watch him work out recently in Chicago.
J.R. Smith, New Jersey HS
6-7, 223, 18 years old
Gifted athlete (44-inch vertical) with NBA 3-point range could be a star in the making. Played for coach Danny Hurley at St. Benedict's Prep in New Jersey. Named co-MVP of the 2004 McDonald's All-America game along with probable top-two pick Dwight Howard. Worked out Saturday in Utah; other workouts have been erratic. Could be available at 14 and 16, but probably not 21.
Dorell Wright, Conn. prep
6-8, 210, 18 years old
Played fifth prep season after transferring from a Los Angeles-area high school. Also a skilled baseball player. Long arms, good vertical. Originally committed to DePaul, but stayed in the draft. Relative unknown, limited experience. Worked out last week in Utah. Jazz and Celtics are both said to like him, perhaps with a later pick.
POINT GUARDS
Jameer Nelson, St. Joe's SR
6-0, 195, 22 years old
Consensus national player of the year led St. Joe's to a 27-0 regular season record and the NCAA Elite Eight. He's quick, and a good decision maker. With more height, he'd be a high lottery pick. Probably won't slip past the mid-20s, as it is. Supposedly had an awesome workout for Utah. Very personable, too.
Sebastian Telfair, New York HS
5-11, 170, 19 years old
Parade All-American already has multi-million-dollar shoe deal. Shouldn't everyone? He is the cousin of New York Knicks point Stephon Marbury, and a Brooklyn high school star who originally committed to Louisville. He sees the floor well, but is quite slight of build. Jumper needs work. Did work out for Utah. Portland supposedly made him a promise, but some wonder.