Enter the number of assisted field goals (made field goals that were assisted) and the total field goals made into the Calculator. The calculator will evaluate the Assist Percentage (i.e., the percentage of made field goals that were assisted). Note: this is different from the standard basketball analytics player stat often written as AST%, which requires additional player/team and minutes information.
Assist Percentage Formula
AP = AFG / FGM * 100
Variables:
- AP is the Assist Percentage (%) (percent of made field goals that were assisted)
- AFG is the number of assisted field goals (made field goals with an assist)
- FGM is the total field goals made
To calculate the Assist Percentage, divide the number of assisted field goals (made field goals with an assist) by the total number of field goals made, then multiply by 100.
How to Calculate Assist Percentage?
The following steps outline how to calculate the Assist Percentage.
- First, determine the number of assisted field goals (made field goals with an assist).
- Next, determine the total field goals made.
- Next, gather the formula from above = AP = AFG / FGM * 100.
- Finally, calculate the Assist Percentage.
- After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.
Example Problem :
Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.
assisted field goals = 60
total field goals made = 2000
Assist Percentage = (60 / 2000) × 100 = 3%.
FAQ
What is an Assist in Basketball?
An assist in basketball is credited to a player who passes the ball to a teammate in a way that leads to a score by field goal, meaning the assisting player made it easier for a teammate to score.
Why is Assist Percentage Important in Basketball?
This version of assist percentage (assisted field goals ÷ total field goals made) is useful because it indicates how often a team’s made baskets come directly from a pass leading to a score. Higher values are generally associated with better ball movement and more created shots.
How Can Improving Assist Percentage Impact a Team's Performance?
Improving a team’s assist percentage can reflect improved ball movement and shot creation, which often leads to more efficient scoring opportunities and a more consistent offense.
Are There Any Limitations to the Assist Percentage Statistic?
Yes. This calculation only measures the share of made field goals that were assisted; it does not incorporate possessions, minutes, pace, shot difficulty, or the standard player analytics metric commonly labeled AST% (which uses additional team and playing-time inputs). It should be considered alongside other statistics for a more complete evaluation.
