My Top 5 Rankings: Small Forwards Part 1

* Disclaimer * Um.... yeah..y'know, stuff n' things. My opinon.

Number 5:

Nicolas Batum

2013-14 stats: 13 PPG
                        7.5 RPG
                        5.1 APG

The Small Forward has become a dominant position over these recent years with superstars like Melo, KD, and LBJ, but there are other SFs in the league who deserve some recognition. Nicolas Batum is among the most versatile players in the NBA, and yet isn't given much spotlight in Portland, due to the young PG Damian Lillard, and veteran superstar PF Lamarcus Aldridge. Most SFs are scoring machines, but Batum provides Portland with a full stat sheet on a daily basis. Batum on offensive can shoot from about everywhere with a good consistency and efficency,  and his speed allows him to drive past other wings for the finish. Scoring isn't Batum's priority,  and that's fine, since he can help with his dimes, and grab boards at good rate for a SF making him a whole lot more of a threat. Batum's defense is just as versatile as his offense, he can guard forwards or guards on the perimeter or in the post. Batum is progressively getting better, but for now he's gonna stay at 5 for his lack of scoring, steals, and blocks.