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Shooting GaurdThe shooting guard is normally relied upon to be able to shoot from the outside and provide some scoring punch. Shooting guards are usually taller than point guards, and may take a higher number of shots. The shooting guard position relates to the #2 position on the floor, being referred to as the two guard or the off guard.
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Power ForwardLike the name suggests, these players usually excel at the more physical elements of the game: rebounding and defence. They are normally among the physically strongest players on a basketball team. The power forward plays the #4 position and may be referred to as a post player, meaning he spends much of his time in the low post (close to the basket).
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CenterThe center is very important as he is relied upon at both ends of the floor. On offence, the centre must be able to score inside (close to the basket), while on defence, he must block shots and rebound. The centre is usually the tallest player on the team, with most NBA centres being close to seven feet in height, if not taller. The center is the #5 position on the floor and is often referred to as a big man or post player.
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