Effective Field Goal %
eFG% = (FG + 0.5 × 3P) / FGA. League avg ~52%, elite 55%+. Curry 402 threes, 63% eFG. Compare to NBA.
eFG% — Values Your 3-Pointers Fairly
(FG + 0.5 × 3P) / FGA. League avg ~52%, elite 55%+.
Examples
Screenshot Summary
eFG% 51.1% — Average. 2pt contribution 31.1%, 3pt bonus 6.7%.
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eFG% = (FG + 0.5 × 3P) / FGA. It adjusts for 3-point value — threes count as 1.5 "effective" makes. League average ~52%; 55%+ is elite. Steph Curry's 402 threes in 2016 drove his 63.0% eFG.
Key Takeaways
- eFG% adjusts for 3-pointers being worth 1.5× a 2-pointer
- League average eFG ~52%
- Steph Curry revolutionized 3pt eFG with record 402 threes (2016)
- eFG% above 55% is elite
Did You Know?
How It Works
Formula
eFG% = (FGM + 0.5 × 3PM) / FGA. Each 3PM adds 0.5 to the numerator.
3pt Weight
3 points ÷ 2 points = 1.5. So one 3PM = 1.5 "effective" 2-point makes.
Expert Tips
Volume + Efficiency
More 3s at 40% = 60% eFG on those attempts. Balance volume and accuracy.
vs TS%
eFG% for shot selection; TS% for overall scoring including FTs.
Role Context
Big men dunk more → higher eFG. Guards who shoot 3s need volume to match.
Benchmarks
52% avg, 55%+ elite, 60%+ all-time great season.
Comparison Table
| Metric | eFG% | Includes FTs |
|---|---|---|
| eFG% | No | Shot selection |
| TS% | Yes | Overall scoring |
| FG% | No | Raw, underrates 3pt |
Official Sources
Disclaimer: eFG% is a statistical measure. Game context, defensive pressure, and shot quality affect real-world performance.