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small forward

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noun

  1. basketball a versatile attacking player

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Maximize his toughness and his 6-8 frame now that he’s downshifted one spot to small forward.

From Los Angeles Times

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

One of the primary beneficiaries of playing alongside Dent on Tuesday was small forward Eric Dailey Jr., who routinely found himself receiving passes that he turned into points.

From Los Angeles Times

Bilodeau has moved from center to power forward and Dailey from power forward to small forward in moves that could help maximize their skills.

From Los Angeles Times

In exchange, guard Jalen Green and small forward Dillon Brooks will move to Phoenix - who will also gain the 10th pick in Wednesday's NBA Draft and five future second-round picks, according to reports in US media.

From BBC