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Point forward is an unofficial playing position in basketball for those who share the attributes of both a point guard and a forward.

A point forward is usually described as a forward (either a small forward or a power forward) who possesses the attributes of a point guard. A point forward can bring the ball up court and direct a play, however, their size also causes match-up problems as bulkier forwards may not want to guard a point forward around the perimeter constantly. Point forwards are usually the team's primary ball-handler.

It could be argued that NBA legend Magic Johnson was a point forward. While officially being a point guard, Johnson was 6'9", and was among the league leaders in assists and rebounding. It could also be argued that NBA star LeBron James is a point forward. James is 6'8", but brings the ball up court rather frequently for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Even when James does not take the ball up court, he creates plays and sets up his teammates for a shot.

The best examples of point forwards are Magic Johnson, Paul Pressey, Scottie Pippen, Grant Hill, LeBron James, Anfernee Hardaway, Lamar Odom, Antoine Walker, and Boris Diaw

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	It could be argued that NBA legend [[Magic Johnson]] was a point forward. While officially being a point guard, Johnson was 6'9", and was among the league leaders in assists and rebounding. It could also be argued that NBA star [[LeBron James]] is a point forward. James is 6'8", but brings the ball up court rather frequently for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Even when James does not take the ball up court, he creates plays and sets up his teammates for a shot.		It could be argued that NBA legend [[Magic Johnson]] was a point forward. While officially being a point guard, Johnson was 6'9", and was among the league leaders in assists and rebounding. It could also be argued that NBA star [[LeBron James]] is a point forward. James is 6'8", but brings the ball up court rather frequently for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Even when James does not take the ball up court, he creates plays and sets up his teammates for a shot.

	The best examples of point forwards are [[Magic Johnson]], [[Paul Pressey]], [[Scottie Pippen]], [[Grant Hill (basketball)\|Grant Hill]], [[LeBron James]], [[Anfernee Hardaway]], [[Lamar Odom]], [[Antoine Walker~~]], [[Tracy McGrady]], [[Oliver Miller~~]], and [[Boris Diaw]]		The best examples of point forwards are [[Magic Johnson]], [[Paul Pressey]], [[Scottie Pippen]], [[Grant Hill (basketball)\|Grant Hill]], [[LeBron James]], [[Anfernee Hardaway]], [[Lamar Odom]], [[Antoine Walker]], and [[Boris Diaw]]