There are five main positions in basketball. The Center, the Power Forward, the Small Forward, the Shooting Guard, and the Point Guard. What position should you play in Basketball? Take this quiz and we will provide you with the answer to that question.
What Position Should You Play In Basketball?
Instructions: Answer these questions and we will tell you the position that you would be suited for.
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Baseball Positions Quiz: All Of The Possible Results
Center
Traditionally, the Center is the biggest person on the court for the team and defends the tallest player for the other team. They typically play closest to the basket. They are also known as the ‘5’ or the ‘big man’ of the team.
Some of the best Centers of all time include Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Bill Russell, Wilt Chamberlain, Shaquille O’Neal, and Hakeem Olajuwon.
Power Forward
Traditionally the Power Forward is the second biggest person on the court for the team and defends the second tallest player on the other team. They play a similar role to the Center but usually have a bit more speed. They usually play closer to the basket, rather than out on the perimeter.
Some of the best Power Forwards of all time include Kevin Garnett, Dirk Nowitzki, Tim Duncan, Charles Barkley, and Karl Malone.
Small Forward
Traditionally, the Small Forward is smaller than the Center and Power Forward but taller than the Point and Shooting Guards. They typically play the most versatile role on the court. They play both near the basket and out on the perimeter.
Some of the best small forwards of all time include Lebron James, Larry Bird, Kevin Durant, Scottie Pippin, and Julius Erving.
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Shooting Guard
Traditionally, the Shooting Guard is the best outside shooter on the floor. They are usually smaller than the forwards and the Center. They also play more off ball as compared to the point guard. Typically, they sit near the perimeter and shoot from the outside.
Some of the best shooting guards of all time include Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, Reggie Miller, and James Harden.
Point Guard
Traditionally, the point guard is the shortest player on the floor. They are usually the one that has the ball in their hands the most and runs the offense. Typically, they stay on the perimeter and feed the other players on the team.
Some of the best point guards of all time include Magic Johnson, Stephen Curry, Jerry West, Oscar Robertson, and Chris Paul.
So, which Position did you get? Let us know how you scored in the comment section and on social media. We would also love to know the player (past or present) that you want to model your game after.
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