1. What is Field Goal Percentage?

Definition: Field goal percentage (FG%) is a basketball statistic that measures the percentage of field goals a player or team makes compared to the number attempted.

Purpose: It's a key metric for evaluating shooting efficiency in basketball, particularly in the NBA.

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 formula divides successful field goals by total attempts, then multiplies by 100 to convert to a percentage.

3. Importance of Field Goal Percentage

Details: FG% is crucial for evaluating player performance, comparing players, and making strategic decisions about shot selection and offensive schemes.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of field goals made and attempted. Field goals attempted must be greater than 0, and made cannot exceed attempted.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's considered a good FG% in the NBA?
A: Typically, 45-50% is good for guards, 50-55% for forwards, and 55-60% for centers. League average is usually around 46%.

Q2: Does this include 3-point shots?
A: No, this calculator is for overall field goal percentage. Three-point percentage is calculated separately.

Q3: Why is FG% important in basketball?
A: It measures shooting efficiency, helping teams evaluate player performance and make lineup decisions.

Q4: What's the highest FG% in NBA history?
A: The record for single-season FG% (minimum 300 made) is held by Mitchell Robinson at 74.2% in 2019-20.

Q5: How does FG% differ from true shooting percentage?
A: True shooting percentage accounts for 3-pointers and free throws, while FG% only considers 2-point field goals.