EFG in basketball stands for Effective Field Goal Percentage. It is a more advanced statistic that adjusts for the fact that a three-point field goal is worth more than a two-point field goal. EFG gives a more accurate representation of a player’s shooting efficiency.
The formula to calculate EFG is:
EFG% = (FGM + 0.5 × 3PM) / FGA
Where:
– FGM = Field Goals Made
– 3PM = Three-Point Field Goals Made
– FGA = Field Goals Attempted
By adding 0.5 times the number of three-pointers made, the EFG metric gives extra weight to successful three-point shots, as they are more valuable than two-point shots. This helps to provide a clearer picture of a player’s true scoring efficiency.
