This is a continuation of my 2010-2011 NBA top 5 by position thus far in the season. As stated a few teams and players are off to sizzling starts and Im identifying the guys who are having the most impact from their position.
Shooting Guards. A shooting guard in the NBA is, for the most part, the player who dominates on the offensive end. The top shooting guards are able to handle scoring loads and defensive assignments other players are simply not able to do. They have inside/outside games and can take over a game on either end of the court. These players are my favorite to watch cause they contribute in a variety of ways.
1. Kobe Bryant - The Lakers guard is the second best shooting guard ever and its not even close. He has 5 rings and is in position to collect number 6. He scores at will from all over the court and is also the best on ball defender in the game today. He's having a typical Kobe season, scoring 25.7 ppg while dishing out 4.7 apg and collecting 5.3 rpg. Simply put he does everything and he does it on a consistent basis.
2. Manu Ginobili - Manu is one of the most exciting players to watch. He's constant energy and plays with no fear. He's averaging 19.8 ppg and handing out 4.9 apg and even that doesn't tell the whole story. If his team needs a play, Manu is the guy they call on, regardless of what it is or how unlikely it might be to make.
3. Dwayne Wade - Dwayne is a dynamic baller on par with the games best. His skill is only matched by his determination and will to succeed. He has the ability to take over games or a finals series (2006 anybody?). His stats have went down since joing forces with LBJ, but 23.5 ppg and 4.5 apg is among the games best.
4. Kevin Martin - This SG doesn't get near the pub he deserves. He's a scorer and can put the ball in the hole regardless of where he is on the floor. His 23.6 ppg is great, but his 44% 3 point shooting is among the games elite.
5. Eric Gordon - This 21 year old ball of thunder was the best 3 point shooter on the U.S. National team this past summer, but he doesn't camp out behind the arch and will rise up and dunk on anybody. He's averaging 23.7 ppg and 4.6 apg and will continue to be a force for the LA Clippers for a long time.
Honorable Mention - Monta Ellis, Ray Allen, Jason Richardson, Gilbert Arenas, Joe Johnson
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