What is effective field goal percentage?
A shooting stat that credits three-pointers as worth more, since they score an extra point. It answers whether a player's shot mix is efficient, not just whether shots go in.
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Effective field goal percentage, which credits the extra value of three-pointers — the standard way to judge shot selection quality.
eFG% = (FGM + 0.5 × 3PM) / FGA × 100
Frequently asked questions
Why does it beat plain field-goal percentage?
Because plain FG% treats a three the same as a two. A player hitting lots of threes can have a modest FG% but an excellent eFG%, which reflects their real scoring value.
What is good shot selection?
Taking high-value shots: layups, dunks and threes, while avoiding inefficient long twos. A high eFG% usually signals smart shot selection.
Is this a real metric?
Yes. Effective field goal percentage is a standard, widely used efficiency measure.
How is it different from true shooting?
eFG% covers field goals only; true shooting also folds in free throws. Use eFG% to judge shot selection, true shooting for overall scoring efficiency.