The NBA Midseason Rankings- Point Guards

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MILWAUKEE, WI – JANUARY 22: Eric Bledsoe #6 of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks against the Phoenix Suns during the second half of a game at the Bradley Center on January 22, 2018 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /

9. Eric Bledsoe (MIL)

Bledsoe’s stats: 18.0 ppg, 4.2 apg 4.0 rpg, 2.1 spg, 2.9 tov

Bledsoe has finally seen the greener grass on the other side of Phoenix (does Arizona even have grass?) and it suits him. Bledsoe has fit into the Milwaukee Bucks system well and is showing the scoring abilities we have always known him capable of. Can a new coach push this star-studded lineup into contention?

8. Dennis Schroder (ATL)

Schroder’s stats: 20.1 ppg, 6.6 apg, 3.0 rpg, 1.2 spg, 2.6 tov

Probably one of the more underrated guards in the NBA, Schroder has put together a pretty solid season so far. As one of only 6 starting point guards currently averaging over 20 points per game, he has made it clear that he wants to be the face of the Atlanta Hawks franchise going forward. If the Hawks could win a few more games, maybe others would see how good he is doing as well.

SHANGHAI, CHINA – OCTOBER 14: (CHINA OUT) Chris Paul #3 of Los Angeles Clippers defends against Kemba Walker #15 of Charlotte Hornets during the match between Charlotte Hornets and Los Angeles Clippers as part of the 2015 NBA Global Games China at the Mercedes-Benz Arena on October 14, 2015 in Shanghai, China. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images) /

7. Chris Paul (HOU)

Paul’s stats: 18.6 ppg, 9.2 apg, 5.7 rpg, 1.9 spg, 2.6 tov

CP3 is out of Los Angeles but still playing at an All-Star caliber, thanks in large part to being next to one of the leading MVP candidates for this season. Houston has been on a tear so far this year and Chris Paul has a lot to do with that. This future Hall of Famer is still going strong, despite his antics in LA.

6. Kemba Walker (CHA)

Walker’s stats: 21.8 ppg, 5.7 apg, 3.3 rpg, 1.3 spg, 2.1 tov

Now recognized as possibly the biggest name on the trade market, Kemba has been turning heads all season, despite Charlotte continually falling in the standings. Most of that can’t be attributed to Kemba’s play, however, because the Hornets organization has not put a lot of talent around him. Even still, Kemba may get to revitalize his season in a new setting very soon.

WASHINGTON, DC – MARCH 16: Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers drives to the basket against John Wall #2 of the Washington Wizards on March 16, 2015 at the Verizon Center in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2015 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images) /

5. John Wall (WSH)

Wall’s stats: 19.7 ppg, 9.3 apg, 3.7 rpg, 1.3 spg, 3.5 tov

Still viewed as possibly the most athletic point guard aside from Westbrook, Wall has had an interesting season. He is still a great playmaker and can win a game almost single-handedly when he is on his game, but the Wizards have had a lot of problems this season which have led to inconsistent play. Either way, Wall is still one of the best in the game.

4. Damian Lillard (POR)

Lillard’s stats: 24.9 ppg, 6.4 apg, 4.8 rpg, 1.1 spg, 3.1 tov

Damian Lillard is a fascinating player who can essentially score at will when he is at his best. At his worst, he still knows how to find a way to get points on the scoreboard, which is really what makes him an elite point guard. He and Wall have a similar game if you gave Wall the ability to consistently hit the three.

BOSTON, MA – NOVEMBER 16: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Boston Celtics and Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors talk before the game on November 16, 2017 at the TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2017 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) /

3. Kyrie Irving (BOS)

Irving’s stats: 24.0 ppg, 5.0 apg, 3.5 rpg, 1.2 spg, 2.4 tov

Kyrie has always been a top flight point guard, but since leaving Cleveland and becoming his own man, he has shown just how good he really can be. No longer in the shadow of LeBron, Kyrie is putting on a show so far this season and is even in some talks as an MVP candidate, thanks in part to Boston’s conference best 34-13 record. Expect Kyrie to keep this up through the year.

2. Steph Curry (GSW)

Curry’s stats: 27.8 ppg, 6.5 apg, 5.2 rpg, 1.7 spg, 2.8 tov

It is always difficult putting anyone in front of the two-time MVP, especially when he is playing the way he is so far this season. Curry has been near unstoppable thanks to his pristine shooting stroke and a little help from the other All-Stars also on the Warriors roster. Curry would definitely be deserving of the number 1 spot if it weren’t for the defending MVP.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – JANUARY 15: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Oklahoma City Thunder looks on during the game against the Sacramento Kings on January 15, 2018 at Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Layne Murdoch Sr./NBAE via Getty Images) /

1. Russell Westbrook (OKC)

Westbrook’s stats: 25.1 ppg, 10 apg, 9.6 rpg, 2.0 spg, 4.5 tov

After Russell Westbrook had his incredible statistical season last year, I never thought he could repeat what he did. When the Thunder added Carmelo Anthony and Paul George to the roster, I perceived it as impossible. And yet, halfway through the season, Westbrook continues to impress with mind-boggling stats. Success in this league is not determined by stats (which shows in the OKC Thunder record) but it is hard to put anyone higher than Westbrook. He is the defending MVP and the top point guard in the league yet again.

(Please remember that fashion was not part of the ranking criteria.)

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There are so many good point guards in the league, but only one can be the best. Right now, that number 1 point guard is Russell Westbrook, but there are plenty of games left to change that perception. Tune in tomorrow to see how the NBA shooting guards rank.