The most efficient shot in basketball is the layup.
Taking shots beyond the three-point arc is the second most efficient shot due to the extra point awarded.
LeBron James is a better passer than Michael Jordan.
To become a sports statistician, knowledge of sports, programming, and statistics is necessary.
Offensive and defensive ratings are important statistics in the NBA.
What is the most efficient shot in basketball?
—The most efficient shot in basketball is the layup.
Who is a better passer, LeBron James or Michael Jordan?
—LeBron James is a better passer than Michael Jordan.
What skills are required to become a sports statistician?
—To become a sports statistician, knowledge of sports, programming, and statistics is necessary.
What are important statistics in the NBA?
—Offensive and defensive ratings are important statistics in the NBA.
What is the purpose of Red Zone efficiency in football?
—Red Zone efficiency measures how well an offense performs within the last 20 yards of the field.
00:12Dean Oliver, former assistant coach and statistical analyst, answers questions on sports analytics in the YouTube video 'Sports Math'.
00:18The most efficient shot in basketball is the layup, which has a higher shooting percentage and can lead to more fouls and free throw opportunities.
01:02LeBron James is a better passer than Michael Jordan, and he adopted the three-point shot earlier in his career.
01:29To become a sports statistician, knowledge of sports, programming, and statistics is necessary.
08:09In the NBA, offensive and defensive ratings are important statistics that measure a team's scoring and defensive efficiency per 100 possessions.
