Career: Lucentum (Spain-LEB and ACB, 1999-01), Fuenlabrada (Spain-ACB, 2001-02), Tau Ceramica (Spain-ACB, 2002-05), (Toronto-NBA, 2005)

Calderón has not only become an NBA player but also a star in the national team. He is one of the most athletic guards around, almost unstoppable 1-on-1 and on the fast break due to his explosiveness and quickness. He is also a great jumper and can easily dunk and block shots. His athleticism makes him a very good 1-on-1 defender and allows him to play a lot of minutes per game. However, he is not only an athlete but also a skilled playmaker who can dish spectacular assists. He rarely makes mistakes and is a good long range shooter. Calderon has been the best clutch player for Tau Ceramica this season and, maybe because of that, fans picked him as Gasol’s heir as the NT leader in an internet survey with more than 20,000 votes.