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Which position plays near the basket like a center but also takes longer shots?

Power forward plays inside but shoots from farther out than a center.

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  1. Point guard
  2. Power forward ✔
  3. Shooting guard

Why: The power forward does many of the things a center does: plays near the basket, rebounds and guards taller players. But power forwards also take longer shots.

Huh, didn't know that: Power forwards often defend the other team's taller players.

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Answer: Power forward. The power forward does many of the things a center does: plays near the basket, rebounds and guards taller players. But power forwards also take longer shots.

  1. Jr. NBA: Basketball Positions jr.nba.com/basketball-positions
    playing near the basket while rebounding and defending taller players. But power forwards also take longer shots than centers.
    Checked 2026-10-12.

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