Pacific Division Rankings: SF Edition

Before we get into the third installment of this series, here are a couple of links to parts one and two of the Pacific Division Rankings! Now, without further ado, let’s get into part three.

Up to this point in the series we have covered the point guard and shooting guard positions. In this post we are going to be looking at the small forward spot.

Now, before we dive into the actual rankings, it is important to zoom out and look at the small forward position as a whole: what do small forwards actually do?

Small forwards are usually called on to do just about everything. They need to be able to shoot, pass, dribble, run the floor and defend. Pretty easy, right? Well, when you look at some of the league’s most well-established superstars like Kevin Durant and LeBron James, you might be tempted to think that. Even younger superstars like Paul George, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kawhi Leonard, Jimmy Butler and Gordon Hayward make playing the position look like a breeze.

Despite appearances, playing small forward is no easy task. That is why being on this Pacific Division Rankings list is so special. These five guys, plus honorable mentions, are the best of the best in their division.

So, who makes up the top five on this edition of the Pacific Division Rankings? And which Pacific Division team’s starting small forward tops these rankings? And just how many Suns made their way onto this list? So many questions! Let’s find some answers.