The balance of power within the organization is shifting slightly. Dirk Nowitzki has been the face of the franchise for just over a decade. As Dirk moves closer and closer towards the end of his career, Chandler Parsons wants to elevate his status within the organization. During Dirk’s peak, the power forward position saw a renaissance, as hybrids emerged from out of nowhere. The power forward position became the premiere position, but times are certainly changing.
Versatility is key, and teams who can go smaller but stay athletic and aggressive hold the advantage now in today’s NBA. Small forwards now hold the key to the proverbial castle as the most versatile ones can stay out on the floor longer and create more mismatches.