Power Forwards in the NBA are freaks of nature. Their giant, explosively skilled athletes that control the paint with their scoring and defense. Their play can impact a game on multiple levels, from hitting 3's to blocking shots. These guys are super athletic rim rockers who make embarrassing their opponents a daily habit.
1. Dirk Nowitzki - This guy keeps getting better and better. Hes the premier power forward today as his shooting level is on par with all time greats regardless of position. He takes advantage of his size and picks his spots on the floor to destroy opponents. His 24.1 ppg and 7.4 rpg are impressive, but I like his 54 fg%, 40 3pt fg% and 88 ft%. Those are awesome shooting % for anyone.
2. Pau Gasol - He is the smoothest post player in the league. He isnt the strongest, but skill wise his post play is unequaled. His BBall IQ is on par with his skill which makes him a nightmare to try and contain. 18.9 ppg and 11 rpg are the nuts and bolts of what he brings you. He's the perfect robin to Kobe's batman.
3. Kevin Garnett - He's not the same 20-10 KG that we grew to love in Minny, but hes a better player overall. His defensive level of intinsity and the way he pushes his teammates to be better is the stuff legends are made of. 15 ppg and 9.5 rpg is gravy on top of the intangibles.
4. Amare Stoudemire - The Knicks are back and Amare is the reason why. His scoring has never been questioned as his 26.3 ppg isnt the eye raiser. Its his 2.2 bpg that show he's taking his game to the next level committment wise. If the Knicks are going to keep winning, Amare is going to get serious MVP consideration.
5. Kevin Love - I dont care about Minnesotas record. This throwback player gets it done in a big way. His 20.8 ppg and league leading 15.5 rpg show that his game is on point every night. If his post play wasn't enough, throw in his 43% 3 pt shooting and you see how he can attack defenses on every level.
Honorable Mention - Tim Duncan, Blake Griffin, Chris Bosh, Jeff Green, LaMarcus Aldridge.
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