NBA Bench Ratings: Who has the best bench in the association?
By Brian Ramos
![Oct 25, 2023; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas (24) controls the ball against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Isaac Okoro (35) during the third quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports Oct 25, 2023; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets guard Cam Thomas (24) controls the ball against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Isaac Okoro (35) during the third quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/6fbc012f60157ff524e23e86267493e4f1fbfa817d471ed35280cc1f29153a7b.jpg)
10. New York Knicks
The New York Knicks bench unit of Immanuel Quickley, Josh Hart, Donte DiVincenzo, and Isaiah Hartenstein has been great offensively, but they struggle defensively, especially guarding the perimeter.
9. Boston Celtics
Sam Hauser has been a pleasant surprise for the Boston Celtics. Also, Al Horford can still contribute offensively.
8. Indiana Pacers
Buddy Hield is one of the best bench players in the NBA and will be a hot commodity for the Indiana Pacers as the trade deadline approaches. Alongside him, Jalen Smith and Aaron Nesmith have been great this season. Indiana’s bench has scored 513 points, they most in the association.
7. Milwaukee Bucks
Even after trading for Damian Lillard, the Milwaukee Bucks still have great depth. In addition to Quickley, Bobby Portis, averaging 12.4 points a game, is another Sixth Man of the Year candidate. The Bucks bench is filled with veterans like Portis, Jae Crowder, and Cameron Payne.
Bobby Portis vs Chicago Bulls
— A Walking Highlight (@11AWH) November 14, 2023
19 PTS
10 REB
2 AST
1 BLK
7/10 FG
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6. Orlando Magic
The Orlando Magic have a solid young core that they continue to build year in and year out. Cole Anthony and Moritz Wagner run this unit, but they have other trustworthy guys in rookies Jett Howard and Anthony Black, as well as veteran Jonathan Isaac.