Elias Harris had his ticket to fame and fortune punched. He was supposed to hear his name called early in the NBA's first round and become rich.

But first things first. He decided to come back to Gonzaga for one more year and work on his skills at the {3} where he would best project to play at the next level. He was advised by his national coach to come back, as well as by Gonzaga's coaching staff. He took the bait and boy, did it cost him.

He suffered numerous injuries during the 2011 season, as well as a shoulder injury in the preseason that caused him to gain a lot of weight. He was no longer as effective, explosive and seemed sluggish. His draft stock plummeted. Fortunately for Gonzaga, but not necessarily for Elias, we might now have a chance to see him play in a Zag uniform for another year. Another chance for Elias Harris to get back on track and become the NBA player he seemed destined to be.

We can go a long way next year IF Elias is healthy and back to his old self. 

For an in depth look at Harris' stats, draft status and a great article by Derek Bodner of Draft Express, click on this link:

http://www.draftexpress.com/profile/Elias-Harris-1382/