Top 10 NBA Small Forwards Of The Last Decade By logblobo [9 more lists]

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Peja Stojaković

While he's only good for 3 point shooting now, this former All-Star and 2x 3 Point Shootout Champion was a sight to behold. Okay, that's an overstatement. Still, he was a very talented shooter. He's at number 10 because that's all he did. Shoot. He didn't defend, he rarely passed, he couldn't grab an overwhelming amount of boards, but he was a talented scorer. You've got to judge them for what they are I suppose.
His career stats are 17.0 ppg, 4.7 rpg, 1.8 apg.
9

Richard Jefferson

He's no superstar and he's under the radar on the court, but this high flyer is one of the best overall small forwards in the game today. He's a great jump shooter and he's an outstanding inside scorer. He's never made it to an All-Star team and he likely never will, but that definitely does not make him a bad player. He also recovered from a serve injury with respectable poise.
His career stats are 16.4 ppg, 5.0 rpg, 2.7 apg.
8

Rashard Lewis

He's outrageously over payed now, that doesn't mean he's bad though, it just means he's not a superstar. He's still a superbly talented overall player. He's always been overshadowed by better players, now that he has a luxurious contract and he's out of his prime, I think he'll be remembered as overrated. It's actually quite sad. This 2x All-Star used to be Ray Allen's sidekick of sorts. He's still a tremendous 3 Point Shooter to this day though.
His career stats are 16.3 ppg, 5.6 rpg, 1.8 apg, 1.1 spg.
7

Caron Butler

I've always been a big Caron Butler fan. Even more so now that he's in Dallas. He's got a shot that's difficult to defend, he's an above average rebounder, and a high basketball I.Q. He's always been active on defense as well. He's just a great overall basketball player. Some may argue he's not as good as Peja Or Rashard, but I argue otherwise. Both of them score very well, something Caron Butler can do as well. Caron just defends and rebounds better.
His career stats 16.6 ppg, 5.9 rpg, 2.9 apg, 1.6 spg.
6

Grant Hill

Poor Grant. Everybody knows how good he truly could have been if he stayed healthy. He was the best overall Small Forward in the game. He was a terrific dunker, driver, defender, and close range scorer. Now he's a prolific jump shooter, passer, and he's smarter to boot. He still remains an excellent defender and this 7x All-Star has still got some fuel in his tank. Even if he's running on fumes.
His career stats are 17.5 ppg, 6.3 rpg. 4.3 apg, 1.3 spg. I chose a picture of him with a suit on because that's been his "uniform" throughout his career.
5

Carmelo Anthony

People call him overrated and I see what they mean to a certain extent. Nobody's denying that he's a lethal scorer, great rebounder, and quick on his feet. He's also somebody I'd want on my team in a clutch situation. He's not the best leader and his defense has been criticized, but there's no doubt that he's one of the premier small forwards of the decade. He's also a tremendous playoff performer. Best of luck to you in New York, Melo.
His career stats are 24.8 ppg, 6.3 rpg, 3.1 apg, 1.1 spg.
4

Shawn Marion

I really like Shawn Marion. He's probably my favorite small forward in the game today. He's like the Charles Barkley of the modern day. He's a gifted rebounder and he's extremely athletic. He also is an underrated scorer and a sublime defender. You've also got to admit, he's got an awesome shot. Just in case you don't think he should be this high; he's a 4x All-Star and 2x All-NBA.
His career stats are 16.8 ppg, 9.3 rpg, 1.9 apg, 1.7 spg, 1.2 bpg.
3

Tracy McGrady

Lord knows how good he could have been if he'd have stayed healthy. He'd be remembered as one of the all time greatest. Instead he's the 3rd best small forward of the decade. The last 4 years haven't been that great, the 6-7 years prior? Amazing. He lead the league in scoring twice, made it to 7 All-Star games, and 2 All-NBA first teams. This past season, his scoring high was 22 points. It's sad to think he's gotten this low. I'll never forget how good T-Mac was.
His career stats are 20.4 ppg, 5.8 rpg, 4.6 apg, 1.3 spg.
2

Paul Pierce

He's good. He's only been injured severely twice in his entire career. He's what coaches fantasize about. A durable, spotlight free, talented scorer, defender, leader, what more can you ask for? This former NBA Finals MVP, 9x All-Star, and NBA Three-Point shootout champion has been the NBA's most consistent player for a long time. His lovely shooting stroke is only complimented by his skillful passing and great defense.
22.2 ppg, 6.1 rpg, 3.8 apg, 1.5.
1

LeBron James

I don't think I have to explain this one. He's 'freakin LeBron. Best Small Forward of the decade, by the time it's all said and done, of all time. He's literally impossible to defend, he dunks on anybody who gets in his way, he kicks your butt on defense, he's proven to be reliable in clutch situations, and he's an awesome leader, especially in the playoffs. Who wouldn't want him on their team? He's a 7x All-Star, 4× All-NBA First Team, 2x All-Defensive First Team, 2× NBA Most Valuable Player (Possibly 3 this year.) He is The King.
His career stats are 27.7 ppg, 7.1 rpg, 7.0 apg, 1.7 spg.

Honorable Mentions: Andrei Kirelinko, Danny granger, Scottie Pippen.

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