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Compare average stats across all five positions to see positional strengths
| Stat | PG | SG | SF | PF | C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPG | 26.4 | 26.5 | 26.6 | 27.6 | 30.6 |
| RPG | 4.8 | 5.2 | 7.3 | 12.1 | 11.7 |
| APG | 8 | 5.3 | 6.1 | 5 | 7.3 |
| SPG | 1.2 | 1.5 | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| BPG | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 1.7 | 1.3 |
| FG% | 46.1% | 49% | 51.1% | 58.4% | 55.6% |
| FT% | 83.4% | 83.2% | 81.3% | 73.7% | 85% |
See how each basketball position stacks up statistically. Point guards lead in assists, centers dominate rebounds and blocks, and wings balance scoring with all-around play. Toggle between current season data and historical all-time greats to see how positional roles have evolved.
This tool is especially useful for fantasy basketball analysis, understanding roster construction, and appreciating the different skill sets each position brings to the court.
Current player data reflects 2025-26 season averages for the top 20 NBA players tracked in our database.
Positions are based on the primary position listed in Basketball Reference career pages. Players who played multiple positions are categorized by their most common role.