NBA: 10 players who could take the next step in 2017-18

By Jamie Campbell | Jun 25, 2017

Apr 4, 2017; Oakland, CA, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) and forward Andrew Wiggins (22) during the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports /

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6. Aaron Gordon, F, Orlando Magic

Yes, Aaron Gordon is a power forward.

Throughout his career, he’s bounced back and forth between being a small forward and a power forward. Depending on who the Magic coach was, his position fluctuated. But after Serge Ibaka was traded and Gordon moved over to the four, he showed which position is better suited to his game.

In the last two months of the season, Gordon averaged 16.7 points and 6.2 rebounds per game.

If he continues to improve his jump shot, we could be looking at an NBA All-Star caliber player next year. He has all the physical tools.

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