Top 5 Centres right now in NBA

3. Brook Lopez

Lopez has risen to be one of the best centres in the league and definitely deserved his spot on the All-Star Roster. He ranked no.1 in the PER among centers. Some might even say he was the best player on the Brooklyn Nets, and quite frankly, his stats definitely complement that statement.

Lopez is the best offensive centre in the league, period. This guy averaged 19.4 points while playing just 30 minutes per game (in order to combat injury). He also shot 52% from the field and at a respectable 78% from the free throw line. Lopez is also a terrific shot blocker, recording 2.1 blocks per game. He was the sole shot-blocker in the Nets’ frontline last season.

Lopez’s main cause for concern, probably his only cause for concern is rebounding. The big fella averaged just 6.9 rebs per game. He needs to crash the boards more effectively. Although his low no. of rebounds may also be due to his shortened time on the court. Lopez averages 8.2 rebounds per 36 minutes of a game and that is not that bad.

Lopez’s biggest asset is that he’s just 25. If he continues to be careful and doesn’t get injured, he might become the best centre in the league in a few years.