NBA: Top Five Point Guards

One of the best things about sports is arguing with your buddies about which team or player is better. This slideshow will be the first in a series of articles looking at the best players at each position in the NBA right now.

Honorable Mentions

Derrick Rose

In a few years Derrick Rose will likely have worked his way up the list, but right now, there are five guys that I would rather have. His game definitely has potential, but he needs to cut down on his turnovers and work on his shooting and defense before he is ready to be in the top five.

Jason Kidd

If this was a lifetime achievement award, Jason Kidd would be at the top. Alas, he has slowed down as he is getting older, and isn't quite the player he used to be. Like Rose, he just misses the cut here, though I would be fine if you disagreed with me on both of these.

4B. Rajon Rondo

Why is this listed as 4B and not five? Simply because Rajon Rondo and 4A are about the same overall, just have different strengths. It is simply a matter of personal preference. Rondo is quite good at what he does, defensively, rebounding, and slashing to the basket. He still needs work with his free throw shooting though, and that ultimately is what drops him to 4B, rather than an outright fourth.

4A. Steve Nash

Nash is as good of a point guard as you will find on the offensive end. He can shoot, drive, and dish better than almost anybody else. What keeps him down in 4A is his defensive liabilities. He is who he is, and that is an elite offensive performer who brings it every night.

3. Chauncey Billups

Mr. Big Shot comes in at number three. He can score, play defense, and distribute. There is a reason that Chauncey Billups has been a primary player for the USA national team this year. He is a veteran presence that can get the job done, and even fill in at the shooting guard spot if necessary.

2. Deron Williams

Fact is, the top two point guards in the league are almost identical in terms of their production. Ask two different executives which point guard they want most, and you will get two different answers. I put Deron Williams here because, as close as he is to the top spot, the number one guy performed slightly better last season.

1. Chris Paul

Chris Paul is the elite point guard in the NBA today. He just edged out Williams by shooting slightly better last year, and averaging fewer turnovers. Either way, both of the top two are easily the best of the bunch. What do you think? Would you have a different top five?