NBA: Power ranking every starting power forward entering 2017-18

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LAS VEGAS, NV – JULY 12: Skal Labissiere #3 of the Sacramento Kings drives to the basket against Tim Kempton #32 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the 2017 Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 12, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Sacramento won 69-65. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) /

20. Bobby Portis – Chicago Bulls

Bobby Portis played well last year for Fred Hoiberg in Chicago. He improved his three-point range and did enough to steal Nikola Mirotic’s spot in the starting lineup. With an uptick in minutes that will be a result of his new spot as a starter, look for his production to increase as well.

19. Skal Labissiere – Sacramento Kings

Labissiere is a guy who used to have huge expectations in high school. He was projected to be a top pick in last year’s NBA Draft before enrolling at the University of Kentucky and suiting up for John Calipari. His draft stock plummeted during his time playing at Rupp Arena. He showed flashes of why he was so highly regarded last season with a small sample size and minimal minutes. Similarly to Portis, Labissiere’s production should increase with a new role in the starting lineup.

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