1.   Although Gill normally plays small forward, he will most likely have the assignment of trying to stop Jordan.

2.   Both are likely to play small forward, a spot occupied by Latrell Sprewell.

3.   A year ago Nick Anderson chafed at playing small forward.

4.   Bryant thrived with the freedom of playing small forward for much of the game, but Jackson also cautioned that he needs to show a little restraint.

5.   But Guatemala surprised Sampson by playing three forwards.

6.   Charles Smith, Anthony Mason, Anthony Bonner, Monty Williams and Christie can all play small forward.

7.   Colorado and Dallas, whose forwards also are excellent defensively, could play four forwards.

8.   Contrary to the original blueprint, Johnson has been playing small forward more often than power forward lately.

9.   Darius Miles, a recent high school graduate who plays small forward, also is considered a possible top-five pick.

10.   Folkl plays power forward and Nygaard plays small forward.