Other than shot selection, the factor that makes the most difference in the game of basketball is shooting percentage.
How much of a difference does shooting percentage actually make?
Although it makes sense that teams that shoot at a higher percentage give themselves a tremendous advantage but check this out...
Let's look at a statistical scenario: How many two-point shots are needed to make 78 points?
Well, you'll need to make 39 two-pointers. If your team shoots 40%, then you'll have to generate about 98 two-point attempts. But suppose your team shoots only 30% from the field. For two-pointers, you will now need to generate 130 shot attempts to reach 78 points - That's 32 more attempts than you needed with the team shooting at 40%!
A very small improvement in shooting percentage will win more games!
As you can easily see, if your team's shooting percentage falls by 10%, then the team will have to increase rebounds or forced turnovers dramatically to reach the same point total. Obviously, shooting at a higher percentage makes winning easier.
That is why it is so important to work on your shot during the Summer and not once the season begins.
(Thanks Breakthrough Basketball)
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