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Chet Holmgren ranked eighth among NBA power forwards for 2026-27 season

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Chet Holmgren ranked eighth among NBA power forwards for 2026-27 season
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Chet Holmgren of the Oklahoma City Thunder is ranked eighth in the NBA power forward list for the upcoming 2026-27 season. Last season, he averaged 17.1 points and 8.9 rebounds, earning All-NBA third team and All-Defensive first team selections. Holmgren's performance was highlighted during the playoffs, despite challenges in the Western Conference Finals. Other notable players in the top ten include Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jayson Tatum, with Paolo Banchero and Pascal Siakam also making the list. The rankings are based on individual success and overall contributions to winning.

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  • •Chet Holmgren ranked eighth among power forwards for 2026-27 season
  • •Holmgren averaged 17.1 points and 8.9 rebounds last season
  • •He received All-NBA third team and All-Defensive first team honors
  • •Top ten rankings include players like Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jayson Tatum
  • •Holmgren excelled during the playoffs despite struggles in the finals
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We rank the top 10 NBA power forwards for the 2026-27 season including Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jayson Tatum.

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