20. Rui Hachimura
The Washington Wizards have a promising young prospect in Rui Hachimura. The second year power forward is a versatile athlete. He still is raw but is making strides on both sides of the ball. If he can improve his shooting, he could be in the top half of these rankings in the future.
19. Kyle Anderson
Despite the recent return of Jaren Jackson Jr. from injury, Kyle Anderson is still kept in the category of power forward as he’s held the position for essentially the whole season for the Memphis Grizzlies. He’s having a career as a starter and as his nickname, “Slo-Mo” would indicate, his ability to play slow has thrown opposing defenders off rhythm. He’s a solid playmaker, 3-point shooter, and defender.
18. Kelly Olynyk
“Former Sixers’ 3-and-D forward Robert Covington is having the second lowest scoring season of his career…”
If Kelly Olynyk had played the whole year with the Houston Rockets, versus getting traded to them midseason from the Miami Heat, he may be higher on this list. However, as a member of the Rockets, Olynyk has been an offensive bright spot for the rebuilding Rockets. If he had been bought out, he would have been a target for the Philadelphia 76ers.
17. Jae Crowder
The Phoenix Suns have had a revolving door at power forward with Dario Saric, Cameron Johnson, and even Frank Kaminsky getting starts this year. However, they settled on Jae Crowder as their starter. He’s a solid veteran who’s hitting a high percentage of his 3-pointers. He’s an undersized power forward at 6-foot-6, but he’s one of the most underrated defenders in the league. He’s an important part of the Phoenix Suns’ success this year.
16. Robert Covington
Former Sixers’ 3-and-D forward Robert Covington is having the second lowest scoring season of his career with the Portland Trail Blazers. However, he’s still hitting his 3-pointers and defending at a high level, which is what the Blazers need. While he’s starting at the power forward position he can guard shooting guards and both forward positions.