1. What is True Shooting Percentage?

True Shooting Percentage (TS%) is a basketball statistic that measures a player's shooting efficiency, taking into account field goals, 3-pointers, and free throws. It provides a more complete picture of shooting performance than traditional field goal percentage.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the TS% formula:

Where:

• Points — Total points scored
• Field Attempts — Total field goal attempts (FGA)
• Free Throw Attempts — Total free throw attempts (FTA)

Explanation: The 0.44 coefficient accounts for the fact that not all free throws take up a possession (due to technical fouls, and-1 situations, etc.).

3. Importance of TS% in Basketball

Details: TS% is considered one of the best measures of shooting efficiency because it accounts for the different values of shots (2-pointers, 3-pointers, and free throws) and how they contribute to scoring.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter total points scored, field goal attempts, and free throw attempts. All values must be non-negative numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a good TS% in basketball?
A: In the NBA, average TS% is typically around 55-56%. Above 60% is considered excellent, while below 50% is poor.

Q2: Why use TS% instead of FG%?
A: FG% doesn't account for 3-pointers or free throws. TS% gives credit for the extra point from 3s and points from free throws.

Q3: How does TS% compare to eFG%?
A: eFG% accounts for 2-point and 3-point shooting but ignores free throws. TS% is more comprehensive as it includes all scoring.

Q4: Can TS% be over 100%?
A: Yes, though rare. This happens when a player scores very efficiently (e.g., mostly 3-pointers and and-1 free throws).

Q5: Who has the highest career TS% in NBA history?
A: Centers with high-percentage shots near the basket typically lead in TS%. Players like DeAndre Jordan and Rudy Gobert often top the list.