The Shooting Guard (2 or SG) is known as the team’s primary scorer, possessing the ability to shoot from long range and drive to the basket with agility.

The shooting guard (SG)—also known as the two or the off guard—is, along with the small forward, often referred to as a wing because of its use in common positioning tactics. As the name suggests, most shooting guards are prolific from three-point range and long mid-range.

The shooting guard's tasks include dribbling and shooting. They must also be able to take on the tasks of the point guard, but play more offensively. Fun Fact: Until the 1940s, passing was the shooting guard's main focus.

Shooting guard: The shooting guard in basketball has the main responsibility of making long outside shots including the three-point shot. The shooting guard also should be a good passer and able to help the point guard with the ball handling.