This category encompasses a collection of sophisticated metrics used to evaluate player and team performance in professional basketball. These statistics go beyond traditional measurements like points, rebounds, and assists to provide a more nuanced understanding of efficiency, impact, and contributions to winning. Examples include Player Efficiency Rating (PER), Win Shares (WS), Box Plus/Minus (BPM), and True Shooting Percentage (TS%).
Their significance lies in offering a deeper level of analysis for coaches, analysts, and fans. They allow for the identification of undervalued players, strategic advantages, and potential weaknesses that may not be apparent from standard statistics alone. Historically, the increasing accessibility and sophistication of these metrics have revolutionized player evaluation and team-building strategies in the sport.
