When you think about the history of the Philadelphia 76ers guard position, you often think of a few names. If you're between the ages of 16 and 30, you mostly think of the name Allen Iverson. If you reside somewhere between the ages of 30 and 55, the name Maurice Cheeks comes to mind.
In the case of the new-age Philadelphia 76ers roster, the team is hoping to replicate that history as they begin to develop their newest cast of a backcourt for the future.
Just like at shooting guard, the Sixers are looking at a possible three-to-four man rotation at the point with multiple options off the bench. This does not necessarily lead to depth as three of the players listed are either in their first or second seasons in the league.
The Sixers will have a group of first round picks (Holiday and Turner) as well as a duo of second round after thoughts (Williams and Meeks) who will platoon at the point position.
Jrue Holiday—(6'4' 180 lbs.) 8 ppg., 3.8 asst.
Lou Williams—(6'1" 175 lbs.) 14 ppg, 4.8 asst.
Jodie Meeks—(6'4" 208 lbs). 5.9 ppg in 16 games (midseason trade)
Evan Turner—(6'7" 205 lbs.), 2010 first r ...
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Philadelphia 76ers 2010-11 Preview: Point Guard
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