There are a lot of tools that I like to use to better understand what is actually happening on the basketball court. I rely heavily on simulation and tempo adjusted efficiency data (such as Kenpom's system). As we await the tip for tonight's game with Minnesota, I wanted to give an intro and recent summary of the final tool in the analytical toolbox: the four factors of basketball success.
(I was hoping to get this out earlier in the week, but life was busy)
Spartans Illustrated - Dr. Green and White Basketball Stats Analysis: The Four Factors
An analysis of the "four factors of basketball success" helps put Michigan State's performance into perspective.
michiganstate.rivals.com
(I was hoping to get this out earlier in the week, but life was busy)