The best point guards from the last decade - NBA Feature Part 3
6. Tony Parker
The San Antonio Spurs veteran ranks as number six on this list. Tony Parker is a familiar name in the NBA. He has had a distinguished career of over 10 years, during which he has collected three NBA championships under his belt.
Parker was never recognized as raw talent. Instead, he has had to work really hard to make a name for himself and he has done that by improving every single season. Parker gets the number six spot because of his true understanding
of the coveted position.
Parker realizes that his first and foremost job is to create space and find either Manu Ginobili or Tim Duncan, something which he has been doing day in and day out for the San Antonio Spurs. However, Tony is not just a good passer
of the ball; he can manoeuvre in tight places and attack the rim if required.
What makes Parker stand out in this list is the simplicity and effective nature of his game play. He might not be flashy or full of skills, but he sure knows how to get the job done. The three NBA championships speak for themselves.
Tony was also the MVP of the finals in 2007 when San Antonia Spurs beat the Cleveland Cavaliers.
So far, in his 10 years, Parker has bagged an average of 16.7 points, 5.7 assists and 3.1 rebounds; per game. He has been a wonderful asset for the both the Spurs as well as the French national team.
5. Steve Nash
There is no doubt regarding the fact that amongst the veterans, the figure of Steve Nash commands utmost respect. He has not only been amongst the best in his position, but also amongst the best to have ever played the game. He
occupies fifth place in this list.
Nash would have been higher up the list had he not been in his twilight era. At 37, his game is now declining, but that still could not stop him from singlehandedly keeping the Phoenix Suns competitive last season.
Steve Nash has dominated the point guard position for a substantial period of time. His understanding of the position is considered by many to be one of the very best. Even at this age, his passing ends up turning opposition heads
in sheer disbelief.
In his 15 years, Steve has managed to rack up an average of 14.6 points, 8.5 assists and 3.0 rebounds; per game.
He does not score too many points because he is always busy creating open opportunities for others. The fact that he is the exact antithesis of a selfish player is what makes him one of the very best. Young players like Westbrook
should learn from the master.
To prove his credentials, Nash has been awarded the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award twice in his career; one in 2005 and the other in 2006. He was also part of the All NBA First team in 2005, 2006 and 2007.
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