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NBA Player Updates is where you can see each team’s roster build. There are two conferences in the NBA; the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference. Each conference consists of 15 teams. Every team has a 12-man active roster (and a 3-man inactive roster).

EASTERN CONFERENCE

Atlantic

Boston Celtics

Brooklyn Nets

New York Knicks

Philadelphia 76ers

Toronto Raptors

Central

Chicago Bulls

Cleveland Cavaliers

Detroit Pistons

Indiana Pacers

Milwaukee Bucks

Southeast

Atlanta Hawks

Charlotte Hornets

Miami Heat

Orlando Magic

Washington Wizards

WESTERN CONFERENCE

Pacific

Golden State Warriors

LA Clippers

Los Angeles Lakers

Phoenix Suns

Sacramento Kings

Southwest

Dallas Mavericks

Houston Rockets

Memphis Grizzlies

New Orleans Pelicans

San Antonio Spurs

Northwest

Denver Nuggets

Minnesota Timberwolves

Oklahoma City Thunder

Portland Trail Blazers

Utah Jazz

Basketball Player Positions and Roles

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Each team in the NBA has a roster of 15 players. The 13 players, including starters, can be on the bench during an NBA game. Each team’s bench must include at least eight players. The first five players on the floor for each group are the starters.

In a regular basketball game, each team has five players on the court, and each player has specific tasks and responsibilities.

Traditionally, players in these positions would focus entirely on their function and assignment. But basketball has progressed significantly since then. And every player is now obliged to play two or more placement at once.

The 5 Basic Basketball Positions and their Functions are as follows:

Small Forward

Although the Small Forward is the smallest of the team’s two forwards, he is the most versatile of the five positions.

Like a shooting guard, he needs to be tall enough to play inside and athletic enough to play outside. Small forwards are usually the team’s second or third best shooters and should be versatile enough to play multiple positions on the court.

Centre

The center is usually the tallest and most strong player on the team. His positioned beneath the basket. He must also be physically dominant, with greater physical strength and athleticism. Most centers do not routinely score mid-range or beyond the arch on offense. Instead, they should get most of their points off offensive rebounds. And they should also expect to block defenders to allow other players to drive to the basket.

On defense, the center is in charge of preventing the opposing team from shooting by blocking shots. Then passes in the crucial area. They are expecting to fight for rebounds due to their physical stature.

Power Forward

Power Forwards are usually the team’s second tallest player and, in terms of physical traits and playing style, are the most similar to the center. However, they are faster. They are frequently the most versatile player. And able to score in the paint and shoot from the perimeter. If they can regularly hit three-pointers, it will be more effective. They must be strong enough to guard big players close to the basket on defense.

Point Guard

The point guard is usually the team’s shortest player, but he has the best ball-handling ability. A point guard, often known as a ‘coach on the court’ or a ‘floor general,’ is in charge of directing plays on the court. He needs excellent court vision to create open shots for the receivers. To push the ball down the court and start offensive plays. While long-distance shooting isn’t as vital for point guards for shooting guards, some point guards take just as many shots.

Shooting Guard

Despite being the team’s shortest player, the Shooting Guard is the team’s best outside shooter. Aside from shooting well, the Shooting Guard must also dribble swiftly, pass, and have court vision, which means to see the entire court. He’s also in charge of devising offensive plays and moving the ball down the field. A good Shooting Guard can pose a threat to his opponent because he can score wherever on the court.

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