Basketball Positions

Point Guard

Point guard is one of the most important positions on the court for the team's offence. A good point guard looks to get the rest of the team involved before they think about shooting, resulting in usually leading the team in assists. They are given the task of controlling the game's speed and possession of the ball at all times. Therefore, this player is usually a team's best dribbler and passer. Traditionally basketball point guards were small, fast players and this is still often the case.

Usually the most talented member of the team. The point guard needs to be capable of using both hands equally. Able to attack down the left or the right Capable of carrying the ball the net from the left or the right. Able to pass equally well with both hands. They control much of the attacking play. So he needs to be selfless putting the team first rather than his own scoring record. Often will be the player creating most scores for others.

Attributes of a Point Guard:

• Ambidextrous
• Good knowledge of basketball
• Ready to score and create when necessary
• Natural ability to run the team
• Great shooter
• Great dribbling skills
• Great ball control
• Constant danger to the opposition
• Great passer
• Must not be selfish
• Agile, with speed and quick feet
• Good tactician-they call the plays
• Excellent at hard-nosed defense
• Capable of reading defenses

Generally, for a team to be successfull then the point guard will play a fundamental role. Point guard needs to have a modest disposition and always puts the team first. His dedicated work contributes much to the team without dazzling the crowd. The coach and teammates are not ignorant of his value for the team.