Philadelphia 76ers: Where Dario Saric ranks among all starting power forwards

Dario Saric, Philadelphia 76ers | LeBron James, Cleveland Cavaliers (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)
Dario Saric, Philadelphia 76ers | LeBron James, Cleveland Cavaliers (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images) /
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15. Thaddeus Young, Indiana Pacers

Young was an important piece for the Pacers last season, largely due to his defensive impact. He’s a physical defender capable of surviving switches on the perimeter, making him one of the most underrated two-way players in the league. He also shot 32 percent from deep.

14. Serge Ibaka, Toronto Raptors

Ibaka is on a steep decline, but he’s still a useful defender who can space the floor on offense. While not comparable to his numbers of old, Ibaka still tallied 1.3 blocks per game last season. He’s a legitimate stretch-four and provides shot-blocking that Jonas Valanciunas can’t offer. Expect him to remain an important part of Toronto’s success next season.

13. Lauri Markkanen, Chicago Bulls

Markkanen put together a strong freshman campaign, earning All-Rookie honors in the process. He’s officially a cornerstone in the Bulls’ rebuild, boasting offensive skill that few players at his position possess.

While defense is still an issue, Markkanen is an elite shooter for a 7-footer. He can also attack closeouts and make high-level passes, showing the early signs of go-to scoring upside. We’ll see how his role changes with Wendell Carter Jr. and Jabari Parker in the mix.