Hey, guys, it’s your boy back again with another blog post. Today, I wanted to talk about something that I’ve been diving deep into lately – 5’10” NBA players. Yeah, you heard that right, the guys who are considered “short” in the basketball world but are still out there balling with the giants. I started this little project because, well, I’m not the tallest guy myself, and I’ve always been amazed by these players who defy the odds.
So, first things first, I started by making a list. Not just any list, but a list of every NBA player I could find who’s listed at 5’10” or under. You wouldn’t believe how many tabs I had open on my browser! It was crazy. I dug through old articles, current rosters, and even some obscure forums to gather all the names.
Then, I decided to narrow it down. I picked out the 10 shortest players currently signed to NBA rosters. It’s fascinating to see the variety of these players, even among the current shortest. It’s crazy to imagine how someone like Yuki Kawamura, for example, is in the NBA.
After that, I went on a stats deep dive. I compared their points, assists, rebounds, all that good stuff. I wanted to see how these guys stack up against each other and against the league average. It’s not just about height, it’s about heart, you know? These players often have to work twice as hard. They have to put more arc on their shots, which actually improves their shooting percentage in some cases. Some names like Chris Paul, even with their “short” height, get many awards such as 11 All-NBA selections, 12 All-Stars.
The Top Dogs
Of course, I had to highlight some of the legends. We’re talking about players like Muggsy Bogues, Earl Boykins, Spud Webb and Mel Hirsch. These are the guys who paved the way. They proved that you don’t have to be a seven-footer to make it in the NBA. It got me thinking, what makes these players so special? Is it their speed, their agility, their court vision? I watched a ton of their old games, and man, they were electric. They run circles around their defenders. These are my picks of the three best players currently in the NBA that are 6 feet or shorter.
My Takeaways
- It’s all about perspective. Achievement is contextual. In a sport dominated by giants, these guys are giants in their own right. Someone commented that every player of average height shouldn’t get an award, and while I get the sentiment, I think it’s inspiring to see these guys thrive.
- Heart over height. It’s a cliché, but it’s true. These players bring a different kind of energy to the game. They have something to prove, and you can see it in how they play.
- The game is changing. You don’t see many players between 5’3″ and 5’8″ these days, but that doesn’t mean they can’t make it. The shortest active player is Isaiah Thomas at 5’9″, and he’s a force to be reckoned with. The game is always evolving, and I think we’ll see more “shorter” players making their mark in the future.
This whole thing has been a real eye-opener for me. It’s not just about basketball; it’s about life. It’s about defying expectations and proving that you can achieve anything you set your mind to, no matter your size. I also found that HoopsHype ranks the Top 100 players in the NBA for the 2023-24 season, including some of the shortest players. This list features the likes of Nikola Jokic.
Anyway, that’s it for today’s post. I hope you guys enjoyed this little journey into the world of 5’10” NBA players. Let me know what you think in the comments. Who are your favorite “short” players? Do you think height matters in basketball? Sound off below!
Catch you guys in the next one!
