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A point guard is so named in the game of Basketball because they are the first measure of defense. The point guard is usually the player that is closest to the opposing team. This player works defense and shoots for baskets whenever possible.
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What is the smallest player on a basketball team called?
The point guard
Was Michael Jordan a point guard player?
Yes, Michael Jordan was a point guard player.
Who is the player who dribles the ball?
They all do! The player the usually brings the ball up the court and sets up plays is called the point guard or 1 guard.
In the game of basketball they plaryer that brings the ball down and runs the offense is called the?
That player is called the point guard.
Is deron Williams a good point guard?
Yes he is a good point guard. He's young and he is a good nba player.
What are the player positionsof basketball?
1. point guard 2. shooting guard 3. passing guard 4. forward 5. center
Who is stephon curry?
An American college basketball player who played shooting guard/point guard for the Davidson Wildcats.
In soccer what is it called when you guard one player?
its called shadowing
What are the NBA positions called?
Point Guard, Shooting Guard, Small Forward, Power Forward and Center.
What are the player positions in basketball?
Basketball is played with 5 men on each side. Usually there are 2 guards, 2 forwards, and one center. The two guards are called the point guard (called the 1) and the shooting guard (called the 2). The two forwards are called the small forward (called the 3) and the power forward (called the 4). The center is known as the 5.
What position did Earvin Magic Johnson play?
center guard
Is there a position called Wing Guard?
Wing Guard term is mostly used when a team is playing defense. In offense he could be either point guard or shooting guard!
