Today’s NBA features all kinds of makes and models of centers. Some post players thrive because of their ability to do a little of everything. Others don’t have much variety in their skillset, but the strengths they have overpower the competition. What it means to be a center is changing, and fantasy owners want to make sure they get their money’s worth. These centers will likely be among the most valuable in a majority of fantasy sports formats.

10. Al Horford

With Gordon Hayward’s return will reduce Al Horford’s numbers this season. Besides Kyrie Irving, he was the only All-Star on the Boston Celtics. The team will use Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown and Terry Rozier more this year, which will take away from Horford’s offensive responsibilities. He’s a scoring threat so he’ll definitely have some big nights, but his offensive production will take drop.

Al Horford

9. Clint Capela

Clint Capela is a cheat code. He blocks shots, scores efficiently when needed and rebounds well. Carmelo Anthony will cause his scoring to drop, but he’ll rack up dunks from lobs and get second chance points. His vertical jump makes up for his height and slim build. He’s one of the most consistent double-double threats in the league, and he wants to compete for an All-Star spot this season.

8. LaMarcus Aldridge

The San Antonio Spurs depended on Aldridge to put the team on his back during the 2017-18 season. He and DeMar DeRozan will have to develop a scoring dynamic, but both will get plenty of shots every night. He’s been working on his shooting to be more efficient from deep, but he’s been able to score at all three levels. He should lead the team in rebounding and dish out an assists when he draws double teams in the post.

7. Rudy Gobert

Gobert is a wall when it comes to his protection of the paint. He’s a constant Defensive Player of the Year Candidate. He’s one of the best shot blockers and snags offensive and defensive boards. His 9-foot-7 standing reach gives him a tremendous advantage. He can only score right around the basket, but he’ll reach double digits in scoring most nights. He has a lot of upside, and his real value will become apparent when he can stay healthy for an entire season.

Rudy Gobert, Jazz

6. Kevin Love

The Cleveland Cavaliers hope Kevin Love can return to his prolific scoring days with the Minnesota Timberwolves this season. He’s the offensive centerpiece of the Cavs. He’s the biggest scoring threat on this list so far. He can rebound with the best of them, and his passes can come from more than just his elite outlet passes. The speed of the young core on his team will help him score in bunches. The four-year deal he just signed proves the Cavs don’t doubt his ability, so neither should you.

5.  Andre Drummond

Andre Drummond is one of the best rebounders in the league every year. He averaged 16 rebounds a game last year while pouring in 15 points per game. Teams tend to hack him because of his poor shooting, but quality work on his shot could cause his scoring to see a bump this year. Now that opposing defenses have to worry about Blake Griffin, he will be able to move more freely.

4. Joel Embiid

If Joel Embiid is healthy for the entire season, he might be the best true center in the NBA. He averaged 22.9 points, 11 rebounds and 3.2 assists in 61 games last season. The eye injury he sustained disrupted his playoff production, but he was impressive throughout the year. He will easily average over 20 points and will have around 10 rebounds a game, making him among the top bigs in the league.

Joel Embiid, Sixers

3. Karl-Anthony Towns

If Jimmy Butler manages to get a trade, Karl-Anthony Towns need to do a lot more for the Minnesota Timberwolves. He averaged 21.3 points and 12.3 rebounds last season. His scoring output was slightly lower than the 25.1 points he averaged two seasons ago, but he was still among the cream of the crop. Win or lose, Towns will put up dependable numbers that you can count on every game.

2. Nikola Jokic

The thing that separates Nikola Jokic from the rest of the bigs on this list is his ability to facilitate. The Nuggets think he is a legitimate MVP candidate, and he showed why last season. He didn’t have room to shine while he was being crowded by Yusuf Nurkic in Portland. Now, he is one of the best passing bigs the league has ever seen. He is a triple double threat on a nightly basis, which is something most centers can’t boast.

1. Anthony Davis

Anthony Davis, Pelicans

The Brow isn’t a traditional center. In fact, his natural position is power forward. However, he’ll spend most of his time as a center this year, since his team lost DeMarcus Cousins in the offseason. Davis can shoot, take the ball coast to coast, block shoots and is a talented rebounder. His versatility on both ends of the courts allows him to put together stat lines unlike any other big man in the league. He could legitimately be the best player in the world in the few years, so it’s only right that he is in the number one spot.

Conclusion

All of these produce in different ways, but all of them are among the top centers in the NBA. They have been consistent, which is one of the most important factors when it comes to fantasy. If you can secure one of these players, you can depend on them for the entirety of the NBA season, barring any injuries of course.