NBA Sixth Man of the Year featuring Jordan Clarkson, Tyler Herro and more: April 15th, 2022 | Latest Power Rankings by Sportskeeda

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro remains a favorite for Sixth Man of the Year.
Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro remains a favorite for Sixth Man of the Year.

No. 3: Kevin Love

Cleveland Cavaliers veteran forward Kevin Love
Cleveland Cavaliers veteran forward Kevin Love

Previous week’s NBA Sixth Man of the Year Power Ranking - #4

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

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Overall: Games played - 74; Games won - 38; Games lost - 36

Last Week: PPG - 17.8, APG - 2.0, RPG - 9.3

Overall: PPG - 13.6, APG - 2.2, RPG - 7.2

Last Week: FG% - 53.3%, 3P% - 51.6%, FT% - 70.0%

Overall: FG% - 43.0%, 3P% - 39.2%, FT% - 83.8%

One of the NBA's most pleasant surprises, the Cleveland Cavaliers are still battling to earn a spot in the playoffs. Although plenty of Cavs have impressed, veteran forward Kevin Love was outstanding in a reserve role.

Love showcased an ability to be a valuable asset in a limited role. In his last week, Love averaged 17.8 ppg and 9.3 rpg while shooting 53.3%, including 51.6% from 3-point range.

No. 2: Jordan Clarkson

Utah Jazz veteran guard Jordan Clarkson
Utah Jazz veteran guard Jordan Clarkson

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

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

Overall: Games played - 79; Games won - 47 Games lost - 32

Last Week: PPG - 14.5, APG - 4.8, RPG - 5.0

Overall: PPG - 16.0, APG - 2.5, RPG - 3.5

Last Week: FG% - 42.6%, 3P% - 34.5%, FT% - 88.9%

Overall: FG% - 41.9%, 3P% - 31.8%, FT% - 82.8%

Throughout the season, the Utah Jazz (49-33) have been right in the middle of the Western Conference standings. Veteran guard Jordan Clarkson was crucial as a bench asset.

A former Sixth Man of the Year award winner, Clarkson has seen his efficiency come together during the final stretch of the year. In his last week, Clarkson averaged 14.5 ppg, 5.0 rpg and 4.8 assists per game while shooting 42.6%.

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 - 2; Games won - 2; Games lost - 0

Overall: Games played - 66; Games won - 44; Games lost - 22

Last Week: PPG - 25.0, APG - 6.0, RPG - 5.5

Overall: PPG - 20.7, APG - 4.0, RPG - 5.0

Last Week: FG% - 56.7%, 3P% - 58.3%, FT% - 100.0%

Overall: FG% - 44.7%, 3P% - 39.9%, FT% - 86.8%

The Miami Heat (53-29) finished atop the Eastern Conference, earning the top overall seed. When Miami is at its best, young wing Tyler Herro is contributing.

A favorite to win the Sixth Man of the Year award, Herro has cemented himself as one of the league's most dangerous assets. Herro averaged 20.7 ppg, 5.0 rpg and 4.0 apg while shooting 44.7%, including 39.9% from 3-point range.

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