NBA Draft 2012: Ranking Draft's Top Power Forwards

All of you Tim Duncan, Blake Griffin and Kevin Garnett fans out there, this is the article for you.

That's right—it's time to predict which power forward in this year's draft class will be the top pro.

For the purposes of this list, we'll just consider Anthony Davis a center, since he'd obviously top this list otherwise. Let's go through the other players on the low-block set to make an impact next season.

5. Terrence Jones, Kentucky

Jones played down low a lot for Kentucky this year, but he has enough versatility to play on the perimeter as well. He's inconsistent, but could be the sort of piece that, if used correctly, could make a good team great.

If this sounds familiar, it's because I could be describing Lamar Odom. Look for Jones to be a version of Odom at the next level. He won't be a star, but he could be an amazing piece for the right team.

4. Arnett Moultrie, Mississippi State

Moultrie isn't a household name, but he could end up being one of the finest players in this year's draft.

He has a ton of upside and even as a work-in-progress averaged 16.4 points and 10.5 rebounds last  season for Mississippi State. Don't be surprised if he is one of the biggest risers on boards as we get closer to the draft.

3. Perry Jones III, Baylor

Perry Jones III has to be judged both by what he should be and by what he isn't enough. He has freakish athleticism and when he catches fire is a force on the offensive end. His potential is seemingly limitless.

But he's soooooo inconsistent and just disappears too often in games. It remains to be seen if he'll be a dominant force in the NBA, or a hot-and-cold player that frustrates fans.

We shall see.

2. Jared Sullinger, Ohio State

Sullinger will bring a limited offensive game to the NBA, but he'll be a crafty player that is solid defensively, will rebound well and will grind down low and score easy buckets.

And he'll certainly work to improve his post game, even if he doesn't have the potential to be a great scorer in the NBA.

Sullinger's upside is limited, but he'll squeeze every last drop out of his ability. He'll be a quick contributor and a solid player at the next level.

1. Thomas Robinson, Kansas

Robinson is an excellent blend of polish and upside and his explosive athleticism is only matched by his sheer grit and will to win. Robinson will do whatever it takes to get better and like Sullinger, he'll squeeze every last drop out of his ability.

Robinson was on the shortlist for college player of the year last year, and little wonder—he averaged 17.9 points and 11.8 rebounds per game while guiding Kansas to the national championship last year.

But it's Robinson's competitive spirit and grit that will make him a stud in the NBA. He won't back down from anyone, won't ever quit on a play, won't ever be outworked.

It's that little bit extra he brings that makes him, in my opinion, the best power forward hitting the NBA draft this summer.

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