Shooting guard
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The shooting guard, also known as the two, two guard or off guard, is one of the five traditional positions in a regulation basketball game.
Michael Jordan is regarded as the greatest shooting guard in the history of the National Basketball Association (NBA).
Diana Taurasi (right) is regarded as a top shooting guard in the history of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA).
NBA shooting guard Klay Thompson is known for his ability as a "spot up" shooter. During his tenure with the Golden State Warriors, plays were often drawn to get Thompson open on a "catch and shoot" three-point shot.
Kobe Bryant
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Kobe Bean Bryant was an American professional basketball player. Nicknamed "the Black Mamba", he played his entire 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers in the National Basketball Association. Br
Shooting guard
…spot-up shooter, a player who "spots-up" for catch-and-shoot shots to provide spacing for the offense. Notable shooting guards include Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, Manu Ginobili, James Harden, Klay Thompson, Tracy McGrady, Joe Dumars, Clyde Drexler, Jerry West, Sam Jones, Donovan Mitchell, Allen…
Bryant with the Los Angeles Lakers in 2014
Bryant's retired No. 33 jersey and banner at the Lower Merion High School gym in Ardmore, Pennsylvania
Bryant taking a shot in a game against the Boston Celtics on Dec 20, 1999
Bryant attempting a free-throw during a 2005 pre-season game