Fantasy Points Calculator

The formula assigns different point values to various basketball statistics: Points (1), Three-Pointers Made (1), Field Goals Made (2), Field Goal Attempts (-1), Free Throws Made (1), Free Throw Attempts (-1), Rebounds (1), Assists (2), Steals (4), Blocks (4), and Turnovers (-2).

This fantasy scoring system was designed to reward both volume and efficiency in scoring, while giving appropriate weight to other important basketball statistics. Three-pointers are particularly valuable, resulting in 5 total points (3 for points scored, 1 for the three-pointer bonus, 2 for field goal made, -1 for attempt). Defensive statistics like steals and blocks are heavily weighted (4 points each) to reflect their relative rarity and importance.

Fantasy points provide a standardized way to compare players across different positions and playing styles. This scoring system particularly rewards well-rounded players who contribute across multiple statistical categories while maintaining efficiency.

Fantasy basketball scoring systems have evolved over time, with ESPN's latest system being designed to better reflect the modern NBA game, particularly the importance of three-point shooting and defensive statistics.

ESPN updated their fantasy basketball scoring system to better reflect the modern NBA's emphasis on three-point shooting and to properly value defensive statistics, which are typically rarer than offensive statistics.

While this scoring system attempts to balance different aspects of basketball performance, it may not perfectly reflect a player's actual impact on the game. For instance, defensive presence without blocks or steals, or leadership qualities are not captured in these metrics.

If a player scores 20 points with 2 three-pointers, shoots 8/15 from the field, 4/5 from the free throw line, grabs 7 rebounds, dishes 5 assists, gets 2 steals and 1 block, with 3 turnovers, their fantasy points would be: (20×1) + (2×1) + (8×2) + (15×-1) + (4×1) + (5×-1) + (7×1) + (5×2) + (2×4) + (1×4) + (3×-2) = 35 fantasy points.

Players like Nikola Jokić and Giannis Antetokounmpo typically excel in fantasy points due to their ability to contribute across all statistical categories. Three-point specialists and defensive stalwarts can also accumulate significant fantasy points through their specialized skills.