Basketball Shooting Stats Calculator
This calculator computes the core shooting statistics used in basketball at every level: free throw percentage (FT%), field goal percentage (FG%), 3-point field goal percentage (3P%), 2-point field goal percentage (2P%), total points scored, and points per game (PPG). Enter your shooting totals and games played to get all statistics instantly. Field goals made (FGM) includes all made shots: 2-pointers and 3-pointers. Two-point field goals made is calculated automatically as FGM minus 3-pointers made (3PM), so you only need to enter overall FGM and 3PM separately. Total points are computed as: FTM times 1 plus 2P FGM times 2 plus 3PM times 3. These are the standard definitions used by the NBA, NCAA, and FIBA. The reference table shows what shooting percentages are considered good at each level, helping you benchmark individual or team performance.
FT%: -- | FG%: -- | 3P%: -- | PPG: --
Basketball shooting statistic formulas
2PM = FGM - 3PM
2PA = FGA - 3PA
FT% = FTM / FTA x 100
FG% = FGM / FGA x 100
3P% = 3PM / 3PA x 100
2P% = 2PM / 2PA x 100
Total points = FTM x 1 + 2PM x 2 + 3PM x 3
PPG = Total points / games played
Worked example
150 FTM / 185 FTA, 320 FGM / 700 FGA, 80 3PM / 220 3PA, 82 games:
- FT% = 150 / 185 x 100 = 81.1%
- FG% = 320 / 700 x 100 = 45.7%
- 3P% = 80 / 220 x 100 = 36.4%
- 2PM = 320 - 80 = 240
- Total points = 150 + (240 x 2) + (80 x 3) = 150 + 480 + 240 = 870
- PPG = 870 / 82 = 10.61
Shooting percentage benchmarks
| Rating | FT% | FG% | 3P% | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elite | 90%+ | 55%+ | 40%+ | 25+ |
| Very good | 85-89% | 50-54% | 37-39% | 18-24 |
| Good (NBA average) | 77-84% | 46-49% | 34-36% | 12-17 |
| Below average | 65-76% | 40-45% | 30-33% | 7-11 |
| Poor | Below 65% | Below 40% | Below 30% | Below 7 |
NBA league averages (2023-24 season): FT% approximately 77.5%, FG% approximately 46.5%, 3P% approximately 36.5%.
Basketball shooting stats: frequently asked questions
What is a good free throw percentage in basketball?
In the NBA, the league-wide free throw percentage typically falls around 77 to 78%. A free throw percentage above 85% is considered excellent, and above 90% is elite. The NBA record for a season is held by Jose Calderon at 98.1% (57 of 58 attempts) in the 2008-09 season. Free throw shooting is a fundamental skill: at the professional level, coaches often sub out poor free throw shooters in late-game situations to avoid the opposition's 'hack-a-player' strategy.
What is effective field goal percentage (eFG%)?
Effective field goal percentage (eFG%) adjusts the standard field goal percentage to account for the extra value of 3-point shots. The formula is (FGM + 0.5 x 3PM) / FGA. Because a made 3-pointer is worth 50% more than a 2-pointer, this metric gives a fairer comparison of shooting efficiency across players with different shot profiles. This calculator shows standard FG%, 2-point FG%, and 3-point FG% separately rather than eFG%, but you can calculate eFG% using your FGM, 3PM, and FGA values.
How is points per game (PPG) calculated?
Points per game is calculated by dividing total points scored by the number of games played. This calculator computes total points as: free throws made (1 point each) plus 2-point field goals made (2 points each) plus 3-pointers made (3 points each). Two-point field goals made is calculated as total field goals made minus three-pointers made. The result is then divided by games played to give PPG. This is the standard definition used by the NBA and NCAA.
Who has the best career free throw percentage in NBA history?
As of the 2025-26 season, the best career free throw percentage in NBA history belongs to Steve Nash at 90.43% over his career. Other all-time leaders include Mark Price (90.39%), Rick Barry (89.98%), Peja Stojakovic (89.48%), and Chauncey Billups (89.39%). Rick Barry is notable for using an underhanded (granny shot) free throw technique, which biomechanics research suggests is actually more accurate than the standard overhead shot. Current NBA statistics are maintained by the official NBA Stats website.
What is a good field goal percentage in the NBA?
The NBA league average field goal percentage is typically around 46 to 47%. A FG% above 50% is considered good, and above 55% is excellent for most positions. Centers who play close to the basket often have higher FG% (55 to 65%) due to taking shorter shots, while guards and wings who shoot more mid-range and 3-point shots often have lower FG% (40 to 48%). A 3-point percentage above 37% is generally considered good, and above 40% is excellent.
Official sources
- NBA Official Statistics: NBA Stats.
Reviewed by the CalculatorHub team, edited by James Graham, 14 June 2026. See our methodology. General information only.