Three Point Percentage Calculator
Three point percentage measures accuracy from beyond the arc. Enter makes and attempts.
Calculate three point percentage
Fill in the fields and select Calculate.
What you'll need
To use the three point percentage calculator, have these figures ready:
- Threes made — for example, 5.
- Threes attempted — for example, 13.
The calculator then returns the three point percentage the moment you press calculate.
How it works
Three point percentage = threes made ÷ threes attempted × 100
You enter the threes made and threes attempted, and the calculator returns the three point percentage using the formula above.
When to Use
Use this three-point percentage calculator to evaluate a player's accuracy from beyond the arc. Three-point shooting has become the most important skill in modern basketball, and this metric helps coaches decide who should take open threes, analysts compare shooters, and fantasy managers value players who stretch the floor.
What the result tells you
Because a three is worth more, a lower percentage from deep can be as valuable as a higher one from inside. Around 35 to 40 percent is strong shooting from range. Volume matters too, since a high percentage on few attempts stretches a defence less than steady shooting on many, so read the rate alongside how often a player shoots from three.
Benchmarks & Interpretation
Here is how typical results are categorized and interpreted:
| Value / Range | Rating | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Below 30% | Poor | Below-average shooting that may hurt the team's spacing. |
| 30 – 35% | Average | A passable three-point shooter but not a primary threat from deep. |
| 35 – 38% | Good | A reliable three-point shooter who defences must respect. |
| 38 – 42% | Very good | An excellent shooter. Among the best in most leagues. |
| 42%+ | Elite | An outstanding three-point shooter. Think Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson, or Ray Allen. |
Pro Tips & Advice
To improve your three-point percentage, master your shooting form — consistent footwork, release point, and follow-through are the foundation. Practise shooting off the dribble and off screens, not just catch-and-shoot. Work on quick releases that give defenders less time to close out. Film study of elite shooters reveals that balance and rhythm are more important than raw strength. Also, track your percentage from different spots on the arc — many players have a favourite corner or wing that they shoot best from.
Step by step
- Enter the threes made.
- Enter the threes attempted.
- Select Calculate to read the three point percentage.
Worked example
A shooter who hits 5 of 13 from three is at 5 ÷ 13 × 100, about 38.5 percent.
Frequently asked questions
How is the three point percentage worked out?
Three point percentage = threes made ÷ threes attempted × 100. Three point percentage measures accuracy from beyond the arc. Enter makes and attempts.
Is 35 percent from three good?
Yes. Because a three is worth more, hitting around 35 to 40 percent from deep is as valuable as a much higher two point percentage.
What is the NBA average three-point percentage?
The NBA league average three-point percentage typically hovers around 35-36%. This has been relatively stable even as three-point attempts have increased dramatically.
How many three-point attempts per game is enough to evaluate?
Generally, a player needs at least 2-3 attempts per game over a full season for their three-point percentage to be statistically meaningful. Small sample sizes can make percentages misleadingly high or low.
How accurate is the Three Point Percentage Calculator?
The tool applies the standard formula exactly, so the result is only as accurate as the figures you enter. Double check your inputs, since a wrong number going in gives a wrong number coming out.
Is the Three Point Percentage Calculator free to use?
Yes. Every tool on GamersZone is free, with no account and no limit on how many times you calculate. The maths runs in your browser, so the numbers you enter are never sent to a server or stored.
How we calculate this
This tool applies the standard formula shown above. The calculation runs entirely in your browser, so the figures you enter are never stored.