NBA Sixth Man of the Year featuring Tyler Herro, Jordan Clarkson and more: February 11th, 2022 | Latest Power Rankings by Sportskeeda

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro continues to impress as a Sixth Man of the Year candidate.
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro continues to impress as a Sixth Man of the Year candidate.

No. 3: Kevin Love

Cleveland Cavaliers veteran Kevin Love continues to impress in the Sixth Man of the Year race.
Cleveland Cavaliers veteran Kevin Love continues to impress in the Sixth Man of the Year race.

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

Last Week: Games played - 4; Games won - 3; Games lost - 1

Overall: Games played - 47; Games won - 28; Games lost - 19

Last Week: PPG - 20.0, APG - 3.0, RPG - 10.0

Overall: PPG - 14.4, APG - 2.2, RPG - 7.5

Last Week: FG% - 39.7%, 3P% - 37.8%, FT% - 85.7%

Overall: FG% - 42.7%, 3P% - 39.3%, FT% - 85.5%

After making his debut in the Sixth Man of the Year power rankings last week, Cleveland Cavaliers veteran forward Kevin Love remains solidly in the race. The Cleveland Cavaliers (34-21) have been one of the league's biggest surprises this season and are third in the Eastern Conference.

Love has become one of the more important pieces of the rotation and is becoming a serious contender for the Sixth Man award. In his last week, Love averaged 20.0 points, 10.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game while shooting 39.7%.

No. 2: Kelly Oubre Jr.

Charlotte Hornets wing Kelly Oubre Jr.
Charlotte Hornets wing Kelly Oubre Jr.

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

Last Week: Games played - 3; Games won - 0; Games lost - 3

Overall: Games played - 50; Games won - 24; Games lost - 26

Last Week: PPG - 15.0, APG - 1.3, RPG - 6.0

Overall: PPG - 16.6, APG - 1.2, RPG - 4.1

Last Week: FG% - 28.3%, 3P% - 20.7%, FT% - 92.9%

Overall: FG% - 44.2%, 3P% - 35.1%, FT% - 68.8%

The Charlotte Hornets (28-28) are in ninth place in the East. When the Hornets are at their best, the impressive play of veteran wing Kelly Oubre Jr. usually plays a role.

The bucket-getting machine has been a valuable asset with his production off the bench. Although Oubre struggled last week, he's still one of the stronger contenders in the Sixth Man ace. This year, Oubre is averaging 16.6 points and 4.1 rebounds per game while shooting 44.2% from the field, including 35.1% from 3-point range.

No. 1: Tyler Herro

Miami Heat wing Tyler Herro
Miami Heat wing Tyler Herro

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

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

Overall: Games played - 45; Games won - 28; Games lost - 17

Last Week: PPG - 18.5, APG - 3.8, RPG - 3.5

Overall: PPG - 20.1, APG - 4.0, RPG - 4.8

Last Week: FG% - 47.6%, 3P% - 34.6%, FT% - 83.3%

Overall: FG% - 42.8%, 3P% - 37.8%, FT% - 87.3%

The Miami Heat (36-20) are one of the top teams to beat in the Eastern Conference. The team leads the East and has won four straight games.

Throughout the season, sharpshooting wing Tyler Herro has blossomed.

Herro continues to be a heavy favorite to run away with the Sixth Man of the Year award. The young guard has turned into one of the most dangerous assets off the bench. In his last week, Herro averaged 18.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game while shooting 47.6%.

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