POSITION GUIDE ยท PG ยท 1

Point guard
(PG)

Organises the attack and moves the ball to teammates.

PG ยท 1

What is a point guard in basketball? Learn the PG role, position number 1 and what to watch on court. ๐Ÿ€ See how it fits with the other four positions.

What to watch.

Who receives the outlet pass? Who starts the first action? Notice whether the same player also finishes the possession.

Avoid the shortcut.

The point guard does not need to take the most shots. A useful pass can change the defence without becoming an assist.

These are conventional roles, not five boxes every possession must fit. Use the positions overview to compare responsibilities across a lineup.