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Statistical analysis of base basketball: Under-17 Parana men Basketball Championship profile

It has as its general objective, describe how is the logic of dynamic from base basketball games. Specifically, it sought to understand which are the statistical indicators meaningful to claim victory in the game and competition in general and in balanced, normal and unbalanced games; which is the influence of the indicator "efficiency" individual and collective for the end result of game and competition; and which is the relationships between the momentum of the game with the same results. The methodology used the descriptive quantitative research, with a statistical analysis spreadsheet built specifically for research as an instrument. The data processing was through descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: 2 points attempts, 2 points converted, 2 points percentage, total points made, overall hit percentage, defensive rebounds, total rebounds and assists were considered significant for obtaining victory in the game. The same indicators, plus "free throws attempted" were coincident in balanced, normal and unbalanced games. 2 points attempts, 2 points converted, 2 points percentage, overall hit percentage and offensive rebounds were significant for achievement of victory in the competition. Teams that won the game and competition presented collective efficiency superior to others. An average of 4 players per team presented individual efficiency higher than the average of individual efficiency of the team and competition. The second and last quarters were even more relevant for obtaining the victory in the game and the competition. In conclusion, it is understood that the statistical analysis is a relevant source of information on a basketball game, and can provide relevant insights for researches and technical committees.

Scouting; Game indicators; Efficiency; Momentum


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