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Small forward is one of the five positions in basketball. Their role can vary depending on the team and play style, but they typically need to possess skills in ball handling, playmaking, shooting, and defense. If you're new to NBA 2K23 MyTEAM and unsure which Small Forward to use, Evan Tanaka's list can provide valuable guidance.
Pro tips: You can buy most of the player cards in this list at the 2K Auction House. If a card has a pink and yellow icon with a 'no' sign over a gavel, the card is not tradable.
Gem Tier: Dark Matter
Overall: 99
Theme: Invincible
Position: PF/SF
Height: 6'9"
Wingspan: 7'0"
As an all-around player, this free Kenyon Martin can do everything in the game. Not only does this player has great stats and badges, but he also has perfect defensive Tendencies and an amazing jump shot. What is more, with the addition of Kobe Bryant Signature Size Up, S. Currey Size Up Escape Packages, Damian Behind The Back, quick Drops Off One, and Front Clutches, he can defend, drive to the basket, and knock down threes with a good release.
Gem Tier: Dark Matter
Overall: 99
Theme: Invincible
Position: PF/SF
Height: 6'9"
Wingspan: 7'5"
Elton Brand has a better player model than Kenyon Martin. His Defense Tendencies are perfect, and his Eric Paschall Lower base and Toni Kukoc jumper are good. Elton Brand also has the T. Young Leaner, Derrick Rose Signature Size Up, T. Young Size Up Escape Packages, Damian Lillard Moving Behind The Back, Quick Drops Off One, and Front Clutches, making him a better option for defense.
Gem Tier: Dark Matter
Overall: 99
Theme: Invincible
Position: SF/SG
Height: 6'9"
Wingspan: 7'0"
Because of the great defense and player model, many people prefer to choose the Invincible Lebron James card for the Small Forward position. Despite the lower Defense Tendencies, his Defense Animations, solid Dribble Signatures, decent jump shot, and great Dunk Packages still make him a good rim-running Small Forward.
Gem Tier: Dark Matter
Overall: 99
Theme: Out of Position 2
Position: SG/SF
Height: 6'11"
Wingspan: 7'2"
The 7'2" wingspan and 6'11" height make Kevin Garnett an elite-level Small Forward. He is only missing two HoF badges for Defense and has top-tier stats in Defense and Athleticism. Kevin Garnett also has solid dribble signatures. What is more, with Lamelo Ball Lower Base, Kevin Garnett Upper Release, and Very Quick Release Timing, Kevin Garnett's jump shot will be great in both catch and shoot and off the dribble.
Gem Tier: Dark Matter
Overall: 99
Theme: Invincible
Position: SF/PF
Height: 6'9"
Wingspan: 7'0"
Gem Tier: Dark Matter
Overall: 99
Theme: End Game
Position: SF/PF
Height: 6'9"
Wingspan: 7'0"
The End Game and Invincible versions of Larry Bird are similar in Attributes, Tendencies, and Badges, but the End Game version has better dribble signatures and Dunk Packages. However, the difference between the two versions is not significant. If you don't like the jump shot of the End Game Larry Bird, you might like the Invincible version better.
Gem Tier: Dark Matter
Overall: 99
Theme: End Game
Position: PF/SF
Height: 6'10"
Wingspan: 7'0"
Except for the height, Paolo Banchero and Larry Bird have almost the same stats in jump shot, dribble signatures, Dunk Packages. Frankly speaking, it's hard to make a ranking between the End Game Paolo Banchero and End Game Larry Bird.
Gem Tier: Dark Matter
Overall: 99
Theme: Hero
Position: PF/SF
Height: 7'0"
Wingspan: 7'6"
The great player model is one of the factors that the Hero version of Chet Holmgren is ranked as the top 3 in this list. Chet Holmgren is a great defender for having 98 Block, 95 Steal, 95 Perimeter Defense, and 97 Interior Defense. He has solid dribble signatures with DeMar DeRozan Signature Size Up and S. Curry Size Up Escape Packages. His Quick Drops Off One Dunk Pack and good Defensive Tendencies are also why he receives such a high ranking.
Gem Tier: Dark Matter
Overall: 99
Theme: Hero
Position: PF/SF
Height: 7'2"
Wingspan: 7'7"
As a defender, the Hero Bol Bol is slightly better than Chet Holmgren because of his player model. Bol Bol also has a better jump shot, and his dribble signatures make him move quicker than Chet. However, the difference between Hero Bol Bol and Hero Chet Holmgren is also not significant.
Gem Tier: Dark Matter
Overall: 99
Theme: Invincible
Position: PF/SF
Height: 7'5"
Wingspan: 8'0"
To no one's surprise, the top 1 Small Forward is Victor Wembanyama. With a 7'5" height and 8'0" wingspan, Wembanyama has a top-3 player model in the game, meaning he can get tons of paint stops down low. This Invincible Victor Wembanyama has a 99 score in almost every stat, perfect Defense Tendencies, and a very good jump shot. He also has the best dribble signatures and can move extremely fast with the ball.
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