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Basketball Players are a varied bunch. Each player must not only be a talented and well-conditioned athlete, but also be a good team player.

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Centers
Basketball Centers are the tallest athletes on the team and typically the tallest athletes in the world. Centers can strike fear in opponents - and who wouldn't at more than 7' tall.
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Forwards
Basketball Forwards are the all-around players on the court. The best forwards like Charles Barkley, Scottie Pippen and Dominque Wilkins could do it all - pass, shoot and dribble.
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Guards
Basketball Guards lead the charge down the court. Guards often call the plays and direct the rest of the team. Guard greats included Jordan, Magic, Gervin, Robertson and Stockton.
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Dan Issel

Dan Issel holds the ABA record for most points in a season and was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1993. He retired from basketball in 1985 and had amassed 27,482 points throughout his career. Learn about Dan Issel and his career totals.

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Hal Greer

Hal Greer appeared in 10 All-Star Games and was MVP of the 1968 game after scoring a record 19 points in one quarter. His career spanned 15 seasons, and he appeared in ten All-Star games. He was elected to the Hall of Fame in 1981.

George McGinnis

George McGinnis played the greatest statistical game in ABA history -- 52 points and 37 rebounds. He won back-to-back championships with the Indiana Pacers in 1972 and 1973. McGinnis retired in 1982. Find out more about George McGinnis' 11 pro seasons.