The Eye Test

We're going to see a lot of stats from many players in these playoffs, and the TS% always comes up, but do we really know how it's calculated? Effective Field Goal Percentage (eFG%) adjusts for field goal success by weighting the extra point of the three-pointer, allowing for comparison of the efficiency of players with radically different shooting profiles. eFG% = (FGM + 0.5 x 3PM) / (FGA) On the other hand, TS% represents the ultimate measure of efficiency, as it integrates free throws into the model. TS% = (Points) / (2 x (FGA + 0.44 x FTA)) The 0.44 factor is used to adjust for the fact that not all free throw attempts result from shooting fouls, as they can be technical fouls, for example. The result is a percentage that can be compared between players with different shooting styles. TS% is a favorite statistic among analysts and teams for evaluating a scorer's true quality. It provides context to points scored, preventing the overvaluation of high-volume but low-efficiency players. While it doesn't capture the timing or difficulty of each shot, it does offer a useful metric for objectively comparing offensive production. What is a high TS%? An average TS% in the NBA is around 56-58%. If a player has a TS% of 62% or higher, they are generally considered very efficient. For example, players like Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, or Nikola Jokić tend to have very high TS%, but it's the big men who most often lead the league in this metric because they rely heavily on shots close to the basket. Conversely, a high-volume scorer with low efficiency will have a lower TS%, such as Kyle Kuzma or D'Angelo Russell. The highest percentage in history for a single season belongs to Rudy Gobert (73.24%) in the 2021/22 season. In addition, Rudy has the highest season average in history (67.2%).

2025-26 NBA Leaders of TS% 1. Jalen Duren (DET) — .688 2. Mark Williams (PHO) — .680 3. Deandre Ayton (LAL) — .676 4. Neemias Queta (BOS) — .674 5. Nikola Jokić (DEN) — .670 6. Jarrett Allen (CLE) — .669 7. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (OKC) — .665 8. Rudy Gobert (MIN) — .664 9. Giannis Antetokounmpo (MIL) — .658 10. Isaiah Joe (OKC) — .657 11. Chet Holmgren (OKC) — .653 12. Cam Spencer (MEM) — .649 13. Jimmy Butler (GSW) — .646 14. Sam Merrill (CLE) — .644 15. Zion Williamson (NOP) — .644 16. John Collins (LAC) — .643 17. Austin Reaves (LAL) — .641 18. Kevin Durant (HOU) — .641 19. Tre Jones (CHI) — .637 20. Sandro Mamukelashvili (TOR) — .637 21. Stephen Curry (GSW) — .637

We're going to see a lot of stats from many players in these playoffs, and the TS% always comes up, but do we really know how it's calculated? Effective Field Goal Percentage (eFG%) adjusts for field goal success by weighting the extra point of the three-pointer, allowing for comparison of the efficiency of players with radically different shooting profiles. eFG% = (FGM + 0.5 x 3PM) / (FGA) On the other hand, TS% represents the ultimate measure of efficiency, as it integrates free throws into the model. TS% = (Points) / (2 x (FGA + 0.44 x FTA)) The 0.44 factor is used to adjust for the fact that not all free throw attempts result from shooting fouls, as they can be technical fouls, for example. The result is a percentage that can be compared between players with different shooting styles. TS% is a favorite statistic among analysts and teams for evaluating a scorer's true quality. It provides context to points scored, preventing the overvaluation of high-volume but low-efficiency players. While it doesn't capture the timing or difficulty of each shot, it does offer a useful metric for objectively comparing offensive production. What is a high TS%? An average TS% in the NBA is around 56-58%. If a player has a TS% of 62% or higher, they are generally considered very efficient. For example, players like Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, or Nikola Jokić tend to have very high TS%, but it's the big men who most often lead the league in this metric because they rely heavily on shots close to the basket. Conversely, a high-volume scorer with low efficiency will have a lower TS%, such as Kyle Kuzma or D'Angelo Russell. The highest percentage in history for a single season belongs to Rudy Gobert (73.24%) in the 2021/22 season. In addition, Rudy has the highest season average in history (67.2%).

Originally this season was supposed to be a 'bridge' season for them. Getting new players to learn their role, JB, White and Pritchard stepping up, setting up the team chemistry for the next season with a healthy Tatum. Unfortunately they played too well that the pressure to win was already here and after failing now there are rumors of dismantling the team. Sometimes winning early does not help

The Celtics are expected to be a team heavily linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo this summer after a jarring postseason loss. Boston could offer Jaylen Brown and draft compensation to Milwaukee for Giannis, which would result in a nearly identical salary match.

JB tried to get on Embiid's head and the effect was the opposite. "You come for the king, you best not miss"

Very hard to see for Celtics fans

@ArtButSports @JoelEmbiid Nailed it

Martyrdom of Saint Simon Zelotes, Saint Judas Thaddeus, by Martin Johann Schmidt, 1796

Quentin Grimes plays like he is angry with someone

Jaylen Brown, DWhite, Pritchard and Queta combined for 60 out of 68 points, not good news

@funakistats The spacing you're going to have with Ja, Amen, and Sengun is going to be amazing...

Hear me out… If Ime Udoka returns as coach, the left-field trade the Rockets should consider is Fred VanVleet for Ja Morant… Both are below average 3PT shooters (both shot 34.5% in their last full seasons). But Ja gives you POA advantage creation and elite transition that the Rockets desperately need and will never get with Fred. Especially the 32-year-old post-ACL version Ja’s best season was paired with Steven Adams… proven pick n roll read and react instant offense (what Udoka is hell bent on) Ceiling is higher, KD plays off-ball and lives off Ja’s paint pressure. Stone would never do it cos it’s too risky… but it’s exactly the kind of ballsy move you make when you’re this far from contending and entering KD’s age-38 season

@DaneMooreNBA Even if it's just in training... Joe Ingles loves the game!

Anthony Edwards taking some standstill free throws at Wolves practice today

PG is doing everything right, his mid-range shooting is elite

@WorldWideWob Sam Cassell might get some minutes too

10 different Celtics players have already appeared in this game. Joe Mazzulla is going to start picking fans out of the crowd like Price Is Right.

Not looking good for the Celtics right now, let is see if they can turn it up

@TheHoopCentral @ShamsCharania Moments like this are when a team shows if they belong there or not

JUST IN: Jayson Tatum is OUT tonight, per @ShamsCharania

Yesterday we saw Donte at the game with his foot up. He was already undergoing surgery the day after the injury. Tatum's example of speed and quality of recovery is going to start being copied: surgery the day after the injury and back in 10 months...

He's so good when he's healthy. His best regular season was undoubtedly with OKC, but his 2021 playoffs run with the Clippers were his best and most complete basketball.

@ESPNInsights This stat reminds us of Shaun Livingston's field goal percentage... but being true

This SGA stat is wild 🤯 Shai is 16-17 on FG and 29-33 on FT in the 4Q/OT since March 17.

@LegionHoops 73-35 on the second half

Things are looking really good for Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs: They just took a 3-1 series lead in Portland, and are set to face either the Timberwolves without Anthony Edwards or an exhausted Nuggets team that just played 7 games. The Western Conference Finals is in sights for Wemby’s first year in the playoffs. Buckle up.

@UsherNBA 9 stocks so far, is amazing the pressure he creates just standing in the zone

dude is so different

@MichaelRedd_ Jrue Holiday is an incredible leader, any team he plays on ends up being 10x more competitive.

Most fun first round series? I watched a lot of Blazers and Spurs this year, but I still didn't expect this to be my favorite watch of the first round. Young guys finding themselves. All-Stars. Playmaking. Defense. Leadership. Swings. What more could we ask for!