In the buildup to training camp beginning Sept. 27, BSN Denver is profiling the Nuggets roster player by player, reflecting on their performance last year and what they have to prove in training camp, preseason, and throughout the regular season to have a productive 2016-17 campaign.
Player Profile
Axel Toupane, 6-foot-7, 197 pounds
2015-16 season averages: 21 games (0 starts), 14.5 minutes, 3.6 points (35.7FG%, 32.5 3PT%), 1.5 rebounds, 0.7 assists
Projected role: Reserve 3-and-D specialist
Training camp outlook
Axel Toupane seems to be leading the pack to grab the 15th roster spot of the Denver Nuggets.