True Shooting %
TS% measures points per scoring attempt—accounting for 2-pointers, 3-pointers, and free throws. It's the gold standard for shooting efficiency.
Why This Stat Matters
Why: TS% is better than FG% because it accounts for 3-pointers (worth 1.5× a 2) and free throws. League average is ~57%; elite shooters exceed 62%.
How: Enter points, FGA, FTA, and optionally FGM and 3PM for eFG%. TS% = PTS / (2 × (FGA + 0.44 × FTA)) × 100.
- ●TS% > 65% = elite (Curry, Jokic)
- ●TS% 60-65% = very good
- ●League average ~57%
- ●0.44 FTA factor for and-ones
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📊 TS% vs Top Shooters
📊 TS% vs eFG%
📊 TS% Benchmark
📊 TS% League Line
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🏟️ Court Facts
Curry 2015-16: 67.5% TS%
League average ~57%
0.44 FTA coefficient
True Shooting % measures points per scoring attempt. Formula: TS% = PTS / (2 × (FGA + 0.44 × FTA)) × 100. It accounts for 2s, 3s, and free throws. League average is ~57%. Stephen Curry's 2015-16 season was 67.5%. The 0.44 FTA factor approximates and-ones and technical free throws.
Sources: Basketball-Reference, NBA Stats.
Key Takeaways
- • TS% > FG% for efficiency—accounts for 3s and free throws
- • League average ~57%; elite shooters exceed 62%
- • The 0.44 FTA factor handles and-ones and technicals
- • eFG% accounts for 3s only; TS% includes everything
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How Does TS% Work?
Formula
TS% = PTS / (2 × (FGA + 0.44 × FTA)) × 100. True Shooting Attempts = 2 × (FGA + 0.44 × FTA).
0.44 Factor
~44% of FTA come from and-ones and technicals that don't use a possession. League studies support 0.44.
eFG%
eFG% = (FGM + 0.5 × 3PM) / FGA × 100. Counts 3s as 1.5 FGM. Does not include free throws.
Expert Tips
TS% Benchmarks
| Tier | TS% | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Elite | >65% | Curry, Jokic |
| Very Good | 60-65% | Durant, Irving |
| League Avg | ~57% | Typical player |
| Below Avg | <55% | Inefficient |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is True Shooting Percentage (TS%)?
TS% measures shooting efficiency by accounting for 2-pointers, 3-pointers, and free throws. Formula: PTS / (2 × (FGA + 0.44 × FTA)) × 100. League average is ~57%. Elite shooters exceed 62%.
Why is TS% better than FG%?
FG% ignores that 3-pointers are worth 1.5× a 2-pointer and free throws. TS% measures points per scoring attempt, giving a complete picture. A player shooting 40% from 3 can have higher TS% than 50% from 2.
What does the 0.44 free throw coefficient mean?
Not every FTA uses a possession—and-ones and technical fouls don't. The 0.44 factor approximates that ~44% of FTA are "extra" free throws. League-wide studies support this value.
What is a good TS%?
League average is ~57%. Above 60% is very good; above 65% is elite. Stephen Curry's 2015-16 season was 67.5%. Nikola Jokic often exceeds 65%.
How does TS% compare to eFG%?
eFG% = (FGM + 0.5 × 3PM) / FGA × 100. It accounts for 3-pointers but not free throws. TS% includes everything. Use TS% for overall scoring efficiency.
Has league TS% changed over time?
NBA league-average TS% rose from ~52% in the 1990s to ~57% today due to more 3-point shooting, better shot selection, and rule changes favoring offense.
Key Statistics
Official Data Sources
⚠️ Disclaimer: This calculator is for educational purposes only. TS% is a simplified efficiency metric. For official stats, use Basketball-Reference or NBA.com. Not professional advice.