NBA Vine Top 10 Point Guards December 2007

The NBA season is starting to pick up steam and the NBA Vine has released our rankings for the top 10 point guards as of December. Though two-time MVP Steve Nash's point guard supremacy is starting to dwindle with the emergence of young stars, he is at the head of the list. Veteran Jason Kidd remains in the top 5 and the Toronto Raptors have two respresentatives in TJ Ford and Jose Calderon.

Steve Nash PG Phoenix Suns
Rank # 1
Core Stats: 18 PPG, 12.3 APG, 3.6 RPG, 53% FG, 46% 3PT

The Vine: Nash is still the best point guard in the game. A two-time MVP, Nash is still the engine that keeps the Suns clicking. He is on an unbeilivable run dishing out assists in December, averaging a whopping 15.6 dimes per contest. He's only had 4 games this year without racking up dpuble digits assist totals.

Chris Paul PG New Orleans Hornets
Rank # 2
Core Stats: 21.5 PPG, 9.6 APG, 4 RPG, 49% FG, 38% 3PT, 91% FT

The Vine: There is no question that Paul's name belongs among the upper crust of the NBA. The third year pro is having his best statistical season. Sadly, the fans in New Orleans don't realize what a gem they have in Paul, verified by the sagging attendence numbers this year. However, he is still on pace for a 20/10 campaign reminiscent of some 90s era point guard greats.

Chauncey Billups PG Detroit Pistons
Rank # 3
Core Stats: 17.8 PPG, 7.8 APG, 3 RPG, 44% FG, 34% 3PT, 90% FT

The Vine: Mr. Big Shot always seems to fall under the radar, but we have him in our scope. Is there any question the importance of Billups to the Pistons? Even though he has struggled in the postseason the last two years, his overall body of work is impressive. Not bad for a player that was shipped around to four different teams in his first five seasons.

Jason Kidd PG New Jersey Nets
Rank # 4
Core Stats: 11.2 PPG, 10.5 APG, 8.7 RPG, 37% FG, 34% 3PT, 83% FT

The Vine: No longer a fresh pup, Kidd is the grandaddy of this group. At 34, he is still going strong and almost averaging a triple double everytime he laces up the sneaks. His shooting percentages leave something to be desired, but unlike the PG's ahead of him on this list he doesn't have a bona fide big man inside to create more open looks. Kidd is the consumate floor general. Want proof? Dig up some footage from this past summer's Olympic Qualifying tournament.

Tony Parker PG San Antonio Spurs
Rank # 5
Core Stats: 20.1 PPG, 6.8 APG, 3.5 RPG, 50% FG, 27% 3PT, 72% FT

The Vine: As the floor leader for the defending champions, Parker gets his buckets slashing to the lane with an arsenal of close range layups. The only knocks on Parker are his lower assist outputs than the other PG's on the list and his streaky 3PT shooting. Still, Parker shoots over 50% from the field and his gradually increased his PPG production to 20 per night.

Baron Davis PG Golden State Warriors
Rank # 6
Core Stats: 22.8 PPG, 8.3 APG, 5.2 RPG, 42% FG, 34% 3PT, 75% FT

The Vine: There may not be a more entertaining point guard in the league than Davis. When you watch a Warriors game you know its going to be filled with plenty of emotion, step back 3PT shots and plenty of fast breaks. Davis is benefited by playing in an uptempo offense and his shooting percentages would be even better if he toned down the gunner persona that emerges. Of course, this is something we as fans don't want him to do.

Deron Williams PG Utah Jazz
Rank # 7
Core Stats: 20.3 PPG, 8.8 APG, 3.2 APG, 50% FG, 43% 3PT, 80% FT

The Vine: Williams was the perfect addition for Utah,which was looking for a PG to take over John Stockton's spot. While there will only be one Stockton, Williams proved during last year's playoff run that he could more than hold his own against the likes of Tony Parker and Baron Davis. His 3.7 turnovers per game keep him lower on this list.

TJ Ford PG Toronto Raptors
Rank # 8
Core Stats: 14.1 PPG, 6.8 APG, 1.9 RPG, 49% FG, 27% 3PT, 85% FT

The Vine: There are two things keeping Ford's numbers at the current level; injuries and his teammate Jose Calderon. Lightning quick, elusive and able to get into the paint on demand are trademarks of Ford's game.

Mo Williams PG Milwaukee Bucks
Rank # 9
Core Stats: 14.6 PPG, 6.8 RPG, 3.6 REB, 48% FG, 41% 3PT, 83% FT

The Vine: Williams' point production is down after scoring 17 per night last year, but if the Bucks have a shot at postseason success Williams is a vital piece in the puzzle. A bit undersized, Williams makes up for it with good shot selection and strong free throw shooting.

Jose Calderon PG Toronto Raptors
Rank # 10
Core Stats: 10.3 PPG, 7.9 APG, 2.8 RPG, 50% FG, 44% 3PT, 92% FT

The Vine: Calderon makes the cut due to his production while on the floor. He only plays in about 26 minutes per game but is becoming known as an assist magnet. The only reason Calderon is starting is because of teammate TJ Ford.