Basketball Insights

In this section, I focus on NBA teams and aim to provide insights from a data perspective, along with any interesting observations I come across.

Pay More and Win More? NBA Team Salary from 2014–15 to 2022–23

Is it possible for a team to win the NBA Championship while keeping salary costs low? Let’s take a look at NBA team salaries from the 2014-15 season to the 2022-23 season.

2023 NBA Playoff — Performance and Salary

By analyzing stats and salaries from the 2022 and 2023 playoffs, I highlight standout players—who leveraged their time on the court to make a significant impact, showcasing how teams capitalize on rookie contracts to advance in the postseason.

PlayType Comparison Between NBA Teams and Temple Women’s Basketball Team

How do NBA teams’ play styles compare to those of Temple Women’s basketball? By analyzing play type data from both leagues and using hierarchical clustering, this research uncovers similarities and insights that could help inform player training and strategy.

Dallas Mavericks Offensive Play Type

What does the future hold for the Dallas Mavericks after years of rebuilding and roster changes? This review explores the team’s journey from the post-Dirk era to their current dynamics, highlighting key trades and offensive strategies that have shaped their play.

NBA Offensive Play Type

Since the 2014–15 season, the NBA has shifted to a three-point focus, enhancing spacing and shooting, while strong forwards remain dominant, revealing evolving offensive strategies and play types.

NBA Finals: Warriors vs Celtics

As the Boston Celtics face the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals, their contrasting offensive and defensive strategies will be crucial. Analyzing their regular-season matchups reveals insights into how each team can exploit weaknesses and adapt to their opponent’s style of play.

Mavericks vs Warriors playoff preview

Mavericks leverage Luka Dončić’s versatility and defensive discipline, the Warriors’ struggles against turnovers and rebounding could create opportunities for Dallas to exploit mismatches and enhance their half-court offense.