Basketball Per-Game Stats Calculator Formula
Understand the math behind the basketball per-game stats calculator. Each variable explained with a worked example.
Formulas Used
Points per Game
ppg = round(total_points / games_played * 10) / 10Rebounds per Game
rpg = round(total_rebounds / games_played * 10) / 10Assists per Game
apg = round(total_assists / games_played * 10) / 10Projected Points (82 games)
projected_82 = round(total_points / games_played * 82)Variables
| Variable | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
total_points | Total Points | 520 |
total_rebounds | Total Rebounds | 180 |
total_assists | Total Assists | 120 |
games_played | Games Played | 25 |
How It Works
How Basketball Per-Game Stats Are Calculated
Formula
Stat per Game = Total Stat / Games Played
NBA Averages
Typical NBA averages are roughly 10-12 PPG, 4-5 RPG, and 2-3 APG for rotation players. Star players average 20+ PPG.
Worked Example
520 points, 180 rebounds, 120 assists in 25 games.
- 01PPG = 520 / 25 = 20.8
- 02RPG = 180 / 25 = 7.2
- 03APG = 120 / 25 = 4.8
- 04Projected season points = 20.8 * 82 = 1706
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a triple-double average?
Averaging 10+ in three stat categories (usually points, rebounds, assists) per game. Only a handful of players in NBA history have achieved a triple-double season average.
How do per-game stats compare to per-36 stats?
Per-36 minute stats normalize for playing time, showing what a player would produce in 36 minutes. This helps compare starters and bench players.
What is a 20/10 player?
A player averaging 20+ points and 10+ rebounds (or assists) per game. This level of production is All-Star caliber.
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