What does a defensive pointguard do in a basketball game?

Answer 1

There are a few different types of point guards that play the game. However, all point guards should be able to bring the ball up the court, be the leader of the team, call out plays when needed, and be able to make assists. The different types of point guards range from Allen Iverson type guards who look for their shot more to Steve Nash type point guards who are pass first point guards to Jason Kidd type point guards who are the "do everything" point guard to the Magic Johnson point guards who are taller for their position.

Answer 2

Pointguards traditionally run a teams offense. When a team has a defensive pointguard, they are able to easily defend an opposing teams pointguard. Thus, slowing down, or stopping a teams offense.

Answer 3

They pass, shoot, and dribble up the court, they are often the leader or floor general. If you want more info on being an elite point guard, you can check out my blog, 247basketball.blogspot.com, a site dedicated to improving a guard!

Answer 4

A point guard runs the offense. They take the inbounds pass most times. And also they tend to pass a lot

Answer 5

A point guard, like other player positions in basketball, specializes in certain skills. A point guard's job is to create scoring opportunities for his team.

Answer 6

defend the opponent team from scoring