He is the one who dictates the tone of the game and their respective teams as well. The point guard is the extension of the coach of the team. Without great point guards, a team would definitely be having a hard time executing their plays. In the National Basketball Association, there have been so many point guards who have come and gone through the years but there is the top 5 among the rest. These top 5 players have been the best among all of the point guards who played the game.
5) Bob Cousy
Bob Cousy was one of the instrumental players in the Boston dynasty. His great style of play and inspiring ball-handling skills have made him a household name. He has been constantly incorporated with the word success due to his individual feats and his numerous rings with the Boston Celtics. Without Bob Cousy, definitely that Boston Team might have not formulated and sustained their dynasty during the 50s-60s. He was a 13 time all star. He was also named 1957 NBA Most Valuable Player which collectively earned him a spot at the Basketball Hall of Fame.
4) John Stockton
Who would ever disregard John Stockton? He was one of the best point guards ever due to his deceptive style of play which makes the opposing teams guessing on what his next move will be. His style of play is as intelligent as it could be. His famous tandem with Karl Malone has been one of the most notable tandems in the history of the NBA. Stockton-Malone was the constant phrase in every Utah Jazz game. He was a 10-time NBA All Star. He was one of the all-time greats who never won an NBA ring.
3) Isiah Thomas
A 12-time NBA All-Star, Isiah Thomas was a member of the Detroit Team who won 2 consecutive championships in 1989 and 1990. He was the 1990 NBA Finals Most Valuable Player. Isiah was a superb point-guard who could control a game at will. He could furiously score and he can pass the ball very well. His slick moves and his clutch plays in the playoffs have made him a very memorable NBA player.
2) Oscar Robertson
Oscar Robertson was one the true all-time greats. He was one of the elite of all the elite. His moniker 'the Big O' definitely came from his great game. He could lead the team. He can score at will. He can move his way into the paint and make plays that no one ever dared to do during his time. He was one of the very first versatile players of the NBA. At one year, he even averaged 30 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. 'The Big O' has indeed cemented his name in the history of the game.
1) Magic Johnson
Three-time NBA Most Valuable Player, 12-time NBA All-Star, 3-time NBA Finals MVP, 5-time NBA champion and a place in the basketball Hall of Fame, these accolades can only be attributed to the great Earvin 'Magic' Johnson. He's the only point guard who can play all five positions and dominate. His charisma and greatness, along with his big smile has made him truly one of the best.
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