1. What is Field Goal Percentage?

Definition: Field goal percentage (FG%) is a basketball statistic that measures a player's shooting efficiency by dividing made shots by attempted shots.

Purpose: It helps evaluate a player's shooting effectiveness and is a key metric for coaches, players, and analysts.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( FG\% \) — Field goal percentage
• \( FGM \) — Field goals made
• \( FGA \) — Field goals attempted

Explanation: The number of successful field goals is divided by the total attempts, then multiplied by 100 to convert to a percentage.

3. Importance of Field Goal Percentage

Details: FG% is crucial for evaluating player performance, making lineup decisions, and developing game strategies. Higher percentages indicate more efficient shooters.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of field goals made and attempted. Attempts must be greater than zero for a valid calculation.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a good field goal percentage?
A: In the NBA, 45-50% is good for guards, 50-55% for forwards, and 55-60% for centers. College percentages are typically lower.

Q2: Does this include three-point shots?
A: Yes, unless you're specifically calculating two-point field goal percentage. Three-point percentage is calculated separately.

Q3: Why is my percentage over 100%?
A: This shouldn't happen - it means you entered more made shots than attempts, which is impossible in basketball.

Q4: How is this different from effective field goal percentage?
A: eFG% accounts for three-pointers being worth more by giving them extra weight in the calculation.

Q5: Should I round the percentage?
A: Typically, FG% is reported with one decimal place (e.g., 45.3%).