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Swingman is a basketball term denoting a player who can play both the small forward (3) and shooting guard (2) positions, and, in essence, swing between the shooting guard and small forward positions.
To be a Swingman
To be a great Swingman, or three-guard, or small forward, you must be extremely versatile. Tayshaun Prince is a prototypical swingman. He can dribble, shoot, pass, post up, defend guards and bigs.
Also called a swingman. Often sets screens. On a press, plays middle of the floor.
Big forward - Many teams have this player pass the ball into play. Plays post positions on offense.
Center - Your biggest player.
 See also: Forward, Guard, Shooting, Basketball, Basket
  
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