The small forward position has always been a steady source of talent in the NBA , and that will also be the case in the 2025-26 campaign of The Association. Even though dazzling playmakers and do-it-all centers garner most of the attention, both in fantasy and real life, there's still a fair share of talent at the small forward position.

Here are our fantasy tiers for the top 20 small forwards ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season.

Tier 1

LeBron James will turn 41 before the end of the calendar year, but the star forward continues to be the gold standard for excellence and longevity. Even though James is past his prime, he remains an elite player at the position, and it wouldn't hurt to invest a first-round pick in some fantasy formats. James will return for a record-setting 23rd NBA campa

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