Point guard is the position that is a must have in today's NBA. The league transitioned from a slower half court game to more of a full court running game, and it is almost impossible to run without a point guard. I can't remember any point in time where there has been so many good point guards in the NBA at the same time. There are the older veteran point guards who are past their prime but still pretty darn good. Then there is the current crop of young point guards who are starting to make a name for themselves in the league. Lastly there are the great point guards of today.
The first category of point guards is the Old-Timers.
Steve Nash - This category has to start with the 2-time MVP who is still one of the most entertaining today.
Jason Kidd - Kidd is considered to be one of the top 3 point guards of all time and has to be the best all around point guard outside of Magic Johnson.
Chauncey Billups - I can't leave out Mr. Big Shot, who is still known for his NBA Final's MVP award
The Second category of point guards is the Up-In-Comers
John Wall - I have to start with the 2010 first pick of the draft, out of Kentucky, the lighting fast Ultra athletic John Wall.
Tyreke Evans - The smooth 6'6 guard is most of a scorer than a passer but he still is gonna be really good
Russell Westbrook - He came on the scene as a shooting guard but the ultra athletic point guard is having a breakout season.
The Third category of point guards is the Cream of the Crop
Derrick Rose - I start with the unbelievable athletic guard in Chicago that is more of a scorer, but is in the MVP conversation right now.
Chris Paul - The pass first guard is probably the best at mixing his passing and scoring duties.
Deron Williams - He is big, and very versatile, he can do it all at the point guard position.
Rajon Rondo - The best passer in the game today, who also hails from Kentucky
Tony Parker - While many wouldn't even consider his name here, all the French phenom has done since he has been in the league is win NBA Titles and be extremely efficient.
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