small forward
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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But perhaps the most encouraging sight for the Bruins was knowing they might not have a dropoff at small forward as long as Dailey remained sidelined.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 29, 2025
Concerns about cost, fitting Redick’s preferred style of play and the ripples from moving Davis — namely playing James major minutes at small forward — are being weighed.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2025
The small forward and shooting guard had enjoyed a successful college career with the Auburn Tigers.
From BBC • Jan. 16, 2025
After playing mostly as an undersized small forward and averaging 6.3 points and 3.5 rebounds as a freshman, the 6-foot Jaquez spent the offseason working on her perimeter skills to expand her positional versatility.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2024
James, our small forward, was the new Keith Schulz.
From "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" by Sherman Alexie
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