NBA Predictions: Best Power Forwards for 2008-2009 Season

This article is also posted at hoops4life.com, an NBA fan site.   Power forwards are often the most intense and athletic players on a team. They are usually the ones who are tall enough to play center, but are too skilled, quick, and good at shooting. For example: KG. He is tall enough to play center, but is a better shooter than most centers. He is a lot quicker than most centers, and he can play great defense against small, quick forwards. Now, without further ado, let's take a look at the players I think will be the six best power forwards in the 2008-2009 NBA season.   6. Dirk Nowitzki Dirk is a great player nearing the edge of his prime. Although very talented, he will not have the team he once had this season. The Mavs will be on the playoff bubble this season, and Dirk will be one of the only things keeping them there. With Josh Howard being an emerging star, this will slowly decrease the amount of touches Dirk will get, even though he is still a great player.  ... (link)