NBA Sixth Man of the Year 2020: February Power Rankings

#2 Dennis Schroder - Oklahoma City Thunder

Dennis Schroder has been able to have a huge impact from OKC's bench

Following Oklahoma City's acquisitions of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chris Paul last summer, it felt inevitable that the Thunder would trade Dennis Schroder due to a backlog at the point guard position. However, head coach Billy Donovan opted to build around his trio of playmakers, and Schroder is arguably enjoying the best season of his career.

Over 57 apperances, Schroder has averaged 19.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 4.1 assists, and the German is also shooting a career-high 47.3 percent from the field. Additionally, Schroder has finally developed a shot from beyond the arc (38.6) - and surely a title-contender will come calling for the 26-year-old this summer following his excellent performances for the overperforming Thunder.

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#1 Lou Williams - LA Clippers

Lou Williams could win the award for a third straight year

Lou Williams has uncharacteristically struggled for consistency at times this season, although the veteran remains a titan from LA's bench. Over 55 appearances, Williams is averaging 19.1 points, 5.8 assists, and 3.1 rebounds, and the veteran is also shooting a respectable 35.1 percent from the beyond the arc.

With Paul George struggling, Williams has also been able to step up as the second star alongside Kawhi Leonard, and earlier this month the 33-year-old dropped 35 points in 44 minutes against a strong Boston Celtics team. Ultimately, Williams faces more competition than in the past two seasons to retain the award, although he remains in the driving seat to be named Sixth Man of the Year as we enter the final weeks of the season.