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Power Forward (PF)

Also called “the 4Position 4 of 5

The Power Forward (PF) in Basketball is a frontcourt player who rebounds, defends the interior, and finishes plays around the rim, while modern power forwards increasingly stretch defenses by shooting from three-point range. Power forwards typically play alongside a center to control the paint on both ends of the floor.

Key Stats
StatTypicalElite
Rebounds Per Game6–910+
Rebound %12–18%20%+
Blocks Per Game0.5–0.91.2+
Top 5 PFs by Rebounds Per Game

Top rebounders among NBA power forwards this season.

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On the Court
1PG2SG3SF45C
Typical starting spot for the PF (4)
Average PF Stats, 2025-26
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Shooting by Zone
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Rim
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3PT
Across ... qualified PFs (10+ GP) this season. Typical height: 6’8″–6’11″.