1. What is Field Goal Percentage?

Field Goal Percentage (FG%) is a basketball statistic that measures a player's or team's shooting efficiency by calculating the percentage of successful field goal attempts compared to total attempts.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the field goal percentage formula:

Where:

• \( FGM \) — Field Goals Made (successful shots)
• \( FGA \) — Field Goals Attempted (total shots taken)

Explanation: The formula divides made shots by attempted shots and multiplies by 100 to get a percentage.

3. Importance of FG% in Basketball

Details: FG% is a key metric for evaluating shooting efficiency. Higher percentages indicate more efficient scorers. NBA averages typically range from 45-48% for teams and 40-50% for players.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter whole numbers for both made and attempted field goals. Attempts must be greater than zero, and made shots cannot exceed attempts.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a good field goal percentage?
A: In the NBA, 45% is average, 50% is very good, and 55%+ is exceptional for most positions (centers typically have higher percentages).

Q2: Does FG% include 3-pointers?
A: Yes, all field goals (2-point and 3-point shots) are included in basic FG%. For specialized metrics, see 3P% (3-point percentage) and eFG% (effective field goal percentage).

Q3: What's the difference between FG% and eFG%?
A: eFG% adjusts for the extra value of 3-pointers by counting them as 1.5 times a 2-pointer in the calculation.

Q4: Who has the highest career FG% in NBA history?
A: As of 2023, DeAndre Jordan holds the record with approximately 67.4% career field goal percentage.

Q5: How is FG% used in player evaluation?
A: Coaches and scouts use FG% along with other metrics to assess shooting efficiency, shot selection, and offensive contribution.