Analyzing Top Scoring Players in the 2021-2022 NBA Season

Apr 2, 2024, 1:22 PM

Top scoring players?

The top scoring players in the 2021-2022 NBA season, based on points per game (PTS), are as follows:
  1. Joel Embiid - 30.6
  2. Giannis Antetokounmpo - 29.9
  3. LeBron James - 29.1
  4. Luka Dončić - 28.4
  5. Kevin Durant - 29.9
  6. Trae Young - 28.4
  7. DeMar DeRozan - 27.9
  8. Jayson Tatum - 26.9
  9. Stephen Curry - 25.5
  10. Karl-Anthony Towns - 24.6

Comparison with previous seasons

To compare the top scoring players of the 2021-2022 season with previous seasons, we'd need data from those seasons as well. Unfortunately, we only have access to the 2021-2022 season data at the moment. If you have data from previous seasons, we can assist you in analyzing and comparing it.

Continue the analysis

Without additional data for previous seasons, we can't directly compare the top scorers of the 2021-2022 season with those of earlier seasons. However, we can analyze trends, performance metrics, or other aspects of the 2021-2022 season's data if you're interested. Let us know what specific analysis you'd like to proceed with.

Analyze shooting percentages

The average shooting percentages for the 2021-2022 NBA season are as follows:
  • Field Goal Percentage (FG%): 46.1%
  • Three-Point Percentage (3P%): 35.4%
  • Free Throw Percentage (FT%): 76.9%

Analyze shooting percentages by team for insights

The analysis of average shooting percentages by team for the 2021-2022 NBA season reveals the following insights:
  • Top Teams by Field Goal Percentage (FG%):
    1. Phoenix Suns (PHX) leads with the highest FG%.
    2. Miami Heat (MIA) and Utah Jazz (UTA) also show strong FG% performances.
  • Top Teams by Three-Point Percentage (3P%):
    1. Miami Heat (MIA) excels in 3P%, indicating strong outside shooting.
    2. Golden State Warriors (GSW) and Phoenix Suns (PHX) are also notable for their 3P%.
  • Top Teams by Free Throw Percentage (FT%):
    1. Brooklyn Nets (BKN) leads in FT%, showcasing their efficiency at the free-throw line.
    2. Phoenix Suns (PHX) and Charlotte Hornets (CHA) also have high FT%.
These insights could help in understanding team strategies, especially in terms of shooting efficiency and selection.

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The visualization provides a comparative view of the NBA teams' shooting percentages in the 2021-2022 season across three categories: Field Goal Percentage (FG%), Three-Point Percentage (3P%), and Free Throw Percentage (FT%). Teams are organized in descending order based on their FG%. This visual analysis helps in identifying teams that excel in specific shooting categories, offering insights into their playing styles and strategies.
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