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Position Rankings: Top 10 Power Forwards in the NBA

By Collin Huguley

Oct 31, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) is guarded by Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) during the first half of a game at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 31, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Pelicans forward Anthony Davis (23) is guarded by Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) during the first half of a game at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 4, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh (1) is pressured by Indiana Pacers center Ian Mahinmi (28) during the second half at American Airlines Arena. The Heat won 103-100. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 4, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat forward Chris Bosh (1) is pressured by Indiana Pacers center Ian Mahinmi (28) during the second half at American Airlines Arena. The Heat won 103-100. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports /

7. Chris Bosh

Age: 32

2015-2016 Season Averages: 19.1 points, 7.4 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 0.6 blocks, 0.7 steals

Shooting Percentages: .467/.365/.795

 is in a very unfortunate situation with his blood clot issues, and we all wish him the best. Regardless of that, he is still among the best power forwards in the NBA.

Bosh was often overlooked when playing alongside LeBron and D-Wade, but he was, and is, still a perennial All-Star player.

Bosh’s offensive skill set is top-notch. He has a terrific mid-range shot, a great post game, and the ability to knock down threes as well. Bosh’s skill makes him deadly in the pick-and-roll or pick-and-pop, because he is so versatile that he keeps defenders guessing. Bosh is smooth with the ball in his hands, his handle makes him lethal in face-up situations. He can blow by big men off of the dribble of knock down that left-handed jumper right in their face. When Bosh is the focal point of an offense, he is very dangerous. There are not many big men with the offensive versatility of Bosh.

Bosh’s defense is often overlooked as well. His high basketball IQ makes him a great defender of the pick-and-roll, which is an essential element of defense in today’s NBA. Bosh is also a good interior defender, even though he does not block a lot of shots. His ability to disrupt shooters in the paint makes him a more than adequate defensive presence.

As far as rebounding goes, Bosh is an average rebounder. He averaged a respectable 7.4 boards per game last season and is definitely not going to be a liability on that end. He is capable of coming up with big boards when his team needs them, just ask the Spurs.

If not for his unfortunate health situation, Bosh would be higher on this list. But as many people say, the most important ability is availability. Nonetheless, Bosh is still a terrific player and surefire All-Star when healthy.

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