NBA Power Rankings: Top 10 Centers In the NBA

Dec 13, 2013; Atlanta, GA, USA; Washington Wizards center Marcin Gortat (4) defends Atlanta Hawks center Al Horford (15) in the third quarter at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports

6. Al Horford

Al Horford’s injury might have been the difference in the Atlanta Hawks not beating the Indiana Pacers in the first round of last years playoffs.

When Horford is on the floor, along with Cousins, he’s arguably the most complete center in terms of scoring, rebounding, and passing. Horford is a solid defender, which explains why Marc Gasol is ahead of him, as Gasol is a great defender. Horford averaged 18.6 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game last season.