The Ten Most Exceptional Small Forwards in NBA History

Introduction

10.) Kawhi Leonard

• Kawhi Leonard has been a member of teams such as the San Antonio Spurs, the Toronto Raptors, and the Los Angeles Clippers.
• 2 Time NBA Champion (2014, 2019)
• 2 Time NBA Finals MVP Award (2014, 2019)
• Awarded the NBA Defensive Player of the Year title twice (2015, 2016)

9.) Paul Pierce

• Paul Pierce had a notable career with the Boston Celtics, followed by stints with the Brooklyn Nets, Washington Wizards, and Los Angeles Clippers.
• NBA Champion (2008)
• NBA Finals MVP Award (2008)
• 10 Time NBA All Star (2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012)

8.) Adrian Dantley

• Adrian Dantley contributed to several teams, including the Buffalo Braves, Indiana Pacers, Los Angeles Lakers, Utah Jazz, Detroit Pistons, Dallas Mavericks, and Milwaukee Bucks.
• 2 Time NBA Scoring Champion (1981, 1984)
• NBA Rookie of the Year Award (1977)
• 6 Time NBA All Star (1980, 1981, 1982, 1984, 1985, 1986)

7.) John Havlicek

• John Havlicek was a key player for the Boston Celtics during his entire career from 1962 to 1978.
• 8 Time NBA Champion (1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1968, 1969, 1974, 1976)
• NBA Finals MVP Award (1974)
• 13 Time NBA All Star (1966, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978)

6.) Scottie Pippen

• Scottie Pippen spent the majority of his career with the Chicago Bulls, but also played for the Houston Rockets, Portland Trail Blazers, Torpan Pojat, and Sundsvall Dragons.
• 6 Time NBA Champion (1991, 1992, 1993, 1996, 1997, 1998)
• 3 Time All NBA First Team (1994, 1995, 1996)
• NBA Steals Leader (1995)

5.) Elgin Baylor

• Elgin Baylor was a pivotal figure for the Minneapolis and Los Angeles Lakers from 1958 to 1971.
• NBA Rookie of the Year Award (1959)
• 11 Time NBA All Star (1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970)
• Selected for the All-Time Team celebrating the NBA’s 50th Anniversary

4.) Julius Erving

• Julius Erving made his mark with the Virginia Squires, New York Nets, and Philadelphia 76ers.
• NBA Champion (1983)
• 2 Time ABA Champion (1974, 1976)
• NBA Most Valuable Player Award (1981)

3.) Kevin Durant

• Kevin Durant has played for the Seattle SuperSonics, Oklahoma City Thunder, Golden State Warriors, and Brooklyn Nets throughout his career.
• 2 Time NBA Champion (2017, 2018)
• 2 Time NBA Finals MVP Award (2017, 2018)
• NBA Most Valuable Player Award (2014)

2.) Larry Bird

• Larry Bird was a standout player for the Boston Celtics from 1979 until 1992.
• 3 Time NBA Champion (1981, 1984, 1986)
• 2 Time NBA Finals MVP Award (1984, 1986)
• 3 Time NBA Most Valuable Player Award (1984, 1985, 1986)

1.) Lebron James

• LeBron James has showcased his talents with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, and Los Angeles Lakers.
• 3 Time NBA Champion (2012, 2013, 2016)
• 3 Time NBA Finals MVP Award (2012, 2013, 2016)
• 4 Time NBA Most Valuable Player Award (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013)

Written by: David Green