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Position Rankings: Top 10 Shooting Guards in the NBA

By Collin Huguley

May 15, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) looks to play a ball as Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) gives chase during the first quarter in game seven of the second round of the NBA Playoffs at Air Canada Centre. The Toronto Raptors won 116-89. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports
May 15, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) looks to play a ball as Toronto Raptors guard DeMar DeRozan (10) gives chase during the first quarter in game seven of the second round of the NBA Playoffs at Air Canada Centre. The Toronto Raptors won 116-89. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports /
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Feb 20, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) shoots the ball over Miami Heat forward Amar
Feb 20, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) shoots the ball over Miami Heat forward Amar /

10. Bradley Beal

Age: 23

2015-2016 Season Averages: 17.4 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.0 steals

Shooting Percentages: .449/.387/.767

The $128 million dollar man.

While Bradley Beal has struggled with injuries this past season, he is still one of the most talented players at his position.

The first thing that comes to mind when you think of Beal is his terrific shooting ability. Blessed with one of the prettiest jump shots in the NBA, Beal is a knockdown shooter from the outside.

His inside offensive game is coming around as well. At 6-5, 210 lbs, Beal is a big, physical 2-guard. He has been improving his handle and his ability to create for himself off of the bounce. His finishing ability has become solid and he has become a solid all-around scorer in addition to being a great shooter.

Defensively, Beal is average in that area at this point in his career. He isn’t bad, but isn’t great. At his size, he could certainly become a solid defender. Perhaps as he continues to mature in his career.

At only age 23, Beal has a lot of time to grow. He seems to have issues that need to be sorted out between he and John Wall, but if Beal can stay healthy he will be a mainstay on this list for a long time. He could also climb much higher with a full season of health.

Next: No. 9: The Young Gun

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