Ranking the Best Power Forwards in the NBA

The reigning MVP also happens to be the favorite to win that coveted award again this year as the best Power Forward in the NBA today. His sheer athleticism allows him to dominate in the paint as well as drive to the basket and finish with contact. His incredible length helps him on the defensive end against bigs and guards alike as an all-around dominant force in the league.

On a fast break, Giannis is similar to LeBron, as they are both freight trains that cannot be stopped under any circumstance. The Greek Freak was averaging close to 30 PPG on 55% FG% on the season. At age 25, Giannis is already a monster on the court and it’s terrifying for the rest of the league to realize that he hasn’t even reached his full potential yet. Once he develops a more consistent jumper, he could potentially become the greatest player ever.

The player who poses the biggest threat to Giannis’ PF throne is also the main obstacle standing in the way of the Greek Freak winning the DPOY Award. Anthony Davis would easily be considered the best power forward in the NBA if not for Giannis’ dominant production these last two years. AD has no limitations in his game; he can score, pass, rebound, and defend.

Davis is one of the most complete bigs and one of the best two-way players in the entire league. He can shoot from the perimeter and score in the post just as effectively. He can defend all positions 1-5. He can catch lobs and finish in fast-break situations at a high level. The Brow is quickly coming for the Greek Freak’s unofficial title as the premier power forward in the game and a potential Finals match-up could settle the debate.

Just one season after helping Toronto capture its first title in franchise history, Pascal Siakam is having a career year. The 2019 Most Improved Player is averaging 24 PPG on 46% FG and shooting 80% from the free-throw line. He is also a defensive threat that can guard about any position and player in the league with his elite versatility.

The offensive arsenal and defensive prowess of Spicy P has enabled him to blossom into one of the league’s brightest young stars. At only 26 years old, Siakam is still not in his prime and has the potential to become one of the best two-way players in the game. He’s already emerged as the best Power Forward in the East besides the Greek Freak.

Kristaps Porzingis is a unique combination of size and skill. He was playing like an All-Star before tearing his ACL in February 2018, averaging 23 PPG and 6.6 RPG. Porzingis was scoring at will, shredding defenses from the perimeter and dominating in the post. The Unicorn was also playing elite defense, averaging 2.4 BPG that season.

In his first season back from injury, Porzingis is averaging 20 PPG, 9.5 RPG, and 2.1 BPG. Although not as dominant as his 2017-18 campaign, he is still effective in a Dallas system primarily coordinated by Luka Doncic. Once he figures out how to play with Doncic, Porzingis will be a force to be reckoned with. KP and Luka can be one of the most lethal pick-and-roll combos in NBA history.

Bam Adebayo is having a breakout year for the Miami Heat and is the frontrunner for this season’s Most Improved Player Award. His statistical production isn’t necessarily eye-popping, as he averages a mere 16 PPG, 10.5 RPG, and 5.1 APG, but it is more so the fact that he is highly efficient (56.7% FG) and extremely well-balanced.

Bam stands at 6’9 and plays Power Forward for the Heat with Meyers Leonard at the 5, but he is able to defend wings and guards, while his 255-pound frame allows him to guard bigger players as well. Adebayo has been a key contributor to Miami’s success this season and he has plenty of time to develop his game as he is only 22 years old. With an All-Star season already under his belt, there’s no telling how high Bam’s ceiling can be.

The reigning MVP also happens to be the favorite to win that coveted award again this year as the best Power Forward in the NBA today. His sheer athleticism allows him to dominate in the paint as well as drive to the basket and finish with contact. His incredible length helps him on the defensive end against bigs and guards alike as an all-around dominant force in the league.

On a fast break, Giannis is similar to LeBron, as they are both freight trains that cannot be stopped under any circumstance. The Greek Freak was averaging close to 30 PPG on 55% FG% on the season. At age 25, Giannis is already a monster on the court and it’s terrifying for the rest of the league to realize that he hasn’t even reached his full potential yet. Once he develops a more consistent jumper, he could potentially become the greatest player ever.

The player who poses the biggest threat to Giannis’ PF throne is also the main obstacle standing in the way of the Greek Freak winning the DPOY Award. Anthony Davis would easily be considered the best power forward in the NBA if not for Giannis’ dominant production these last two years. AD has no limitations in his game; he can score, pass, rebound, and defend.

Davis is one of the most complete bigs and one of the best two-way players in the entire league. He can shoot from the perimeter and score in the post just as effectively. He can defend all positions 1-5. He can catch lobs and finish in fast-break situations at a high level. The Brow is quickly coming for the Greek Freak’s unofficial title as the premier power forward in the game and a potential Finals match-up could settle the debate.

Just one season after helping Toronto capture its first title in franchise history, Pascal Siakam is having a career year. The 2019 Most Improved Player is averaging 24 PPG on 46% FG and shooting 80% from the free-throw line. He is also a defensive threat that can guard about any position and player in the league with his elite versatility.

The offensive arsenal and defensive prowess of Spicy P has enabled him to blossom into one of the league’s brightest young stars. At only 26 years old, Siakam is still not in his prime and has the potential to become one of the best two-way players in the game. He’s already emerged as the best Power Forward in the East besides the Greek Freak.

Kristaps Porzingis is a unique combination of size and skill. He was playing like an All-Star before tearing his ACL in February 2018, averaging 23 PPG and 6.6 RPG. Porzingis was scoring at will, shredding defenses from the perimeter and dominating in the post. The Unicorn was also playing elite defense, averaging 2.4 BPG that season.

In his first season back from injury, Porzingis is averaging 20 PPG, 9.5 RPG, and 2.1 BPG. Although not as dominant as his 2017-18 campaign, he is still effective in a Dallas system primarily coordinated by Luka Doncic. Once he figures out how to play with Doncic, Porzingis will be a force to be reckoned with. KP and Luka can be one of the most lethal pick-and-roll combos in NBA history.

Bam Adebayo is having a breakout year for the Miami Heat and is the frontrunner for this season’s Most Improved Player Award. His statistical production isn’t necessarily eye-popping, as he averages a mere 16 PPG, 10.5 RPG, and 5.1 APG, but it is more so the fact that he is highly efficient (56.7% FG) and extremely well-balanced.

Bam stands at 6’9 and plays Power Forward for the Heat with Meyers Leonard at the 5, but he is able to defend wings and guards, while his 255-pound frame allows him to guard bigger players as well. Adebayo has been a key contributor to Miami’s success this season and he has plenty of time to develop his game as he is only 22 years old. With an All-Star season already under his belt, there’s no telling how high Bam’s ceiling can be.