EGF Calculator (Effective Field Goal Percentage)

The eFG calculator will help you determine how well you played in a basketball game based on how many field goals you made.

To use the calculator, enter the 2-point, 3 points, and total field goals scored. Add the attempted 2 field goals, 3 field goals, and total field goals attempted.

Please note that not all input fields are required.

The results show the effective field goal percentage, 2-point field goal percentage, 3-point field goals percentage, and the total points scored.

The effective field goal percentage is a basketball statistic considering how difficult three-point shots are and how many extra points are given for making one.

You might want to calculate Game Score or True Shooting.

What is Effective Field Goal Percentage?

Effective Field Goal Percentage (EFG) is a basketball statistic that adjusts for the fact that three-point field goals are worth more than two-point field goals. This metric provides a more accurate representation of a player’s or team’s shooting efficiency by giving extra weight to three-point shots.

The Importance of EFG in Basketball Analytics

EFG has become an increasingly important metric in basketball analytics. It offers a more comprehensive view of shooting efficiency compared to traditional field goal percentage. Here’s why EFG is valuable:

1. Accounts for three-point shots: Unlike regular field goal percentage, EFG considers the additional value of three-pointers.
2. Better measure of scoring efficiency: It provides a clearer picture of how efficiently a player or team is scoring relative to their shot attempts.
3. Useful for player evaluation: Coaches and analysts use EFG to assess players’ shooting abilities more accurately.
4. Team strategy insights: EFG can help teams evaluate their offensive strategies and shot selection.

How the EFG Calculator Works

The EFG calculator uses a simple formula to compute the Effective Field Goal Percentage:

EFG = (FG + 0.5 * 3P) / FGA

Where:

• FG is the number of field goals made
• 3P is the number of three-pointers made
• FGA is the total number of field goal attempts

This calculator breaks down the process further by separating two-point and three-point shots:

1. It takes inputs for:
   • Two-point field goals scored
   • Three-point field goals scored
   • Total field goals scored
   • Two-point field goal attempts
   • Three-point field goal attempts
   • Total field goal attempts
2. It then calculates:
   • Two-point field goal percentage
   • Three-point field goal percentage
   • Effective Field Goal Percentage
   • Total points scored

Using the EFG Calculator

To use this EFG calculator:

1. Enter the number of two-point field goals scored
2. Enter the number of three-point field goals scored
3. Enter the total number of field goals scored
4. Enter the number of two-point field goal attempts
5. Enter the number of three-point field goal attempts
6. Enter the total number of field goal attempts
7. Click the “Calculate Metrics” button

The calculator will then display:

• Two-point Field Goal Percentage
• Three-point Field Goal Percentage
• Effective Field Goal Percentage
• Total Points Scored

Interpreting EFG Results

Interpreting EFG is straightforward – the higher the percentage, the more efficient the shooting. Here’s a general guide:

• Below 50%: Below average
• 50-54%: Average
• 55-59%: Good
• 60% and above: Excellent

However, it’s important to consider EFG in context. Factors like a player’s role, shot selection, and the team’s offensive strategy all influence EFG.

Limitations of EFG

While EFG is a valuable metric, it has some limitations:

1. Doesn’t account for free throws: EFG only considers field goal attempts, not free throws.
2. Doesn’t reflect shot creation: EFG doesn’t distinguish between players who create their own shots and those who rely on assists.
3. Doesn’t consider shot difficulty: All shots from the same distance are treated equally, regardless of defensive pressure or other factors.

EFG in Context: Other Important Basketball Metrics

While EFG is crucial, it’s most effective when used alongside other metrics:

1. True Shooting Percentage (TS%): This metric includes free throws, providing a complete picture of scoring efficiency.
2. Usage Rate: This shows what percentage of team plays a player uses while on the floor.
3. Player Efficiency Rating (PER): A comprehensive statistic that aims to capture a player’s overall contribution.
4. Assist-to-Turnover Ratio: This measures a player’s ball-handling efficiency.