In basketball, the five main positions are PIVOT (5 letters), GUARD (5 letters), FORWARD (7 letters), FOREWORD (8 letters) and CENTER (6 letters). The PIVOT is a player who is usually tall and strong and is responsible for defending the basket. The GUARD is a player who is usually smaller and faster and is responsible for controlling the ball and setting up plays. The FORWARD is a player who is usually taller and more athletic and is responsible for scoring points. The FOREWORD is a player who is usually the tallest on the team and is responsible for rebounding and blocking shots. The CENTER is a player who is usually the tallest on the team and is responsible for defending the basket and scoring points.