This tool determines a basketball player’s shooting accuracy, adjusting for the fact that three-point field goals are worth more than two-point field goals. It provides a more comprehensive measure of a shooter’s scoring ability than standard field goal percentage, which treats all made shots equally. For instance, a player who shoots 50% from the field overall, but takes and makes a significant number of three-pointers, will have a higher adjusted percentage than a player with the same overall percentage who only attempts two-point shots.
This calculation is valuable in basketball analytics as it offers a refined evaluation of offensive contribution. It allows for a more accurate comparison of players with differing shot selections and assists in identifying efficient scorers. The metric gained traction as basketball strategies evolved to emphasize three-point shooting, demonstrating the need for metrics beyond traditional field goal percentage to capture player value.