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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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Dominique Wilkins was an NBA star with nine All-Star Game selections and two Slam Dunk titles. He was also known as the "Human Highlight Film" for his explosive point bursts on the court. Learn more about Dominique Wilkins's 13-year career. More »
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.
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.
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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