NBA Sixth Man of the Year: December 3rd, 2021 | Latest Power Rankings by Sportskeeda

The NBA season continues to roll on, and teams around the league are starting to make their charge towards rising up the standings in each conference. We've had some incredible storylines to start out the year, including impressive play from the Golden State Warriors and Phoenix Suns.

In the Eastern Conference, a number of teams have started to show their desire to emerge as championship contenders. Sincde a 2-3 start, the Brooklyn Nets find themselves atop the standings at 15-6 (entering Friday's home game against the Minnesota Timberwolves).

It's time to take a look at this week's updated power rankings for Sixth Man of the Year candidates.

No. 5: Alex Caruso

Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso is starting to find his groove

Previous week’s NBA Sixth Man of the Year Power Ranking - N/A

Last Week: Games played - 3; Games won - 1; Games lost - 2

Overall: Games played - 22; Games won - 15; Games lost - 7

Last Week: PPG - 13.7, APG - 3.7, RPG - 4.0

Overall: PPG - 8.6, APG - 4.3, RPG - 3.9

Last Week: FG% - 60.9%, 3P% - 60.0%, FT% - 100%

Overall: FG% - 44.1%, 3P% - 32.3%, FT% - 85.7%

The Chicago Bulls have been one of the most impressive teams throughout the early season. Since resetting their direction with talented additions to the roster, the Bulls (15-8) have come together quickly and are second in the Eastern Conference. One of those additions has started to stand out with his play off the bench. Alex Caruso was brought in to add depth to the roster.

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Although Caruso is known for his defense, he's started to find his groove as of late and has become a contender for the Sixth Man of the Year award. Caruso's last week was impressive as he averaged 13.7 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.7 assists per game while shooting 60% from 3-point range.

No. 4: Buddy Hield

Previous week’s NBA Sixth Man of the Year Power Ranking - N/A

Last Week: Games played - 4; Games won - 2; Games lost - 2

Overall: Games played - 23; Games won - 11; Games lost - 12

Last Week: PPG - 20.5, APG - 2.3, RPG - 5.8

Overall: PPG - 15.2, APG - 2.7, RPG - 4.8

Last Week: FG% - 37.7%, 3P% - 31.8%, FT% - 88.9%

Overall: FG% - 34.9%, 3P% - 28.3%, FT% - 85.7%

Although the Sacramento Kings (9-14) have struggled, veteran guard Buddy Hield continues to stand out with his play off the bench. Hield has always been a bucket-getting machine with his ability to score in bunches, and he's entered conversation as an intriguing Sixth Man of the Year candidate.

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It was an impressive week of play for Hield as he averaged 20.5 points, 5.8 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game. Although Hield's percentages haven't been sensational, he continues to be an important part of the rotation. If he continues to play at this level, he's going to be a player to keep an eye on moving forward.

No. 3: Jordan Clarkson

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson continues to thrive

Previous week’s NBA Sixth Man of the Year Power Ranking - #3

Last Week: Games played - 4; Games won - 2; Games lost - 2

Overall: Games played - 21; Games won - 14; Games lost - 7

Last Week: PPG - 14.0, APG - 2.8, RPG - 3.3

Overall: PPG - 15.3, APG - 2.1, RPG - 3.2

Last Week: FG% - 45.7%, 3P% - 39.1%, FT% - 62.5%

Overall: FG% - 38.0%, 3P% - 29.9%, FT% - 82.6%

Another week of the Sixth Man of the Year power rankings features Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson in the top three. Clarkson continues to be an important part of Utah's rotation with his ability to score in bunches off the bench. Although his shooting percentages haven't been, Clarkson just had his most impressive stretch of games so far.

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In his last week, Clarkson averaged 14.0 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game while shooting 45.7% from the field. His efficiency hasn't come around, but it looks as if the former Sixth Man of the Year is starting to find his groove.

No. 2: Montrezl Harrell

Washington Wizards forward Montrezl Harrell has been fantastic

Previous week’s NBA Sixth Man of the Year Power Ranking - #2

Last Week: Games played - 4; Games won - 2; Games lost - 2

Overall: Games played - 22; Games won - 14; Games lost - 8

Last Week: PPG - 14.8, APG - 0.8, RPG - 8.5

Overall: PPG - 15.3, APG - 2.0, RPG - 7.3

Last Week: FG% - 67.6%, 3P% - 100%, FT% - 57.1%

Overall: FG% - 69.8%, 3P% - 100%, FT% - 58.6%

The Washington Wizards (14-8) continue to be one of the most pleasant surprises, sitting third in the Eastern Conference. One of the main reasons for their strong play has been the consistent performance of veteran forward Montrezl Harrell.

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The energetic forward has been one of the most impressive players in the league as his impact off the bench has been outstanding. In his last week, Harrell averaged 14.8 points and 8.5 rebounds per game while shooting 67.6% from the field.

No. 1: Tyler Herro

Previous week’s NBA Sixth Man of the Year Power Ranking - #1

Last Week: Games played - 2; Games won - 1; Games lost - 1

Overall: Games played - 19; Games won - 11; Games lost - 8

Last Week: PPG - 23.5, APG - 2.5, RPG - 7.5

Overall: PPG - 21.7, APG - 3.8, RPG - 5.5

Last Week: FG% - 43.6%, 3P% - 42.1%, FT% - 83.3%

Overall: FG% - 45.0%, 3P% - 39.9%, FT% - 87.5%

It seems as if each of the weekly power rankings features Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro near the top of the list. The truth is that Herro has been too sensational to not receive the number one spot again.

As the Miami Heat (13-9) continue to be one of the strongest teams in the Eastern Conference, Herro has been a dominant force with his play off the bench. Herro has quickly become one of the most dangerous bench assets in the league.

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The sharpshooting guard has the ability to come into the game and take over with his outstanding range and ability to score in bunches. Herro has been off to a strong start, and it looks as if he's showing no signs of slowing down. In his last week, Herro averaged 23.5 points and 7.5 rebounds per game while shooting 42.1% from 3-point range.