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Power Forward

What does Power Forward - basketball Mean?

A position in basketball generally reserved for the tallest forward. It may also be referred to as "the four".


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Sporting Charts explains Power Forward - basketball

A prototypical power forward is expected to play near the basket on the offensive end of the court. He is also expected to set picks and grab rebounds.

Some of the greatest power forwards in the history of the NBA include Tim Duncan, Kevin Garnett, Dirk Nowitzki, Karl Malone, and Charles Barkley.

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