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Shaoliang Zhang1, Ming Li1, Pierpaolo Sansone2
1Athletic Performance and Data Science Laboratory (APDS), Division of Sports Science and Physical Education, Tsinghua University, Beijing, BJ, China.
International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance
|March 16, 2026
Summary
Rating of perceived exertion and high-intensity jumps are key for basketball performance. Player performance is linked to score differences, not opponent strength, showing consistent output regardless of competition level.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Basketball Performance Analysis
- Player Load Monitoring
Background:
- Understanding factors influencing basketball performance is crucial for player development and strategy.
- Game load metrics, technical-tactical approaches, and contextual factors are potential determinants of on-court success.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the impact of game load metrics, technical-tactical approaches, and contextual factors on game performance indicators in male professional basketball players.
Main Methods:
- Collected data from 26 games of a professional men's basketball team.
- Analyzed game load metrics (e.g., rating of perceived exertion, PlayerLoad, jumps), technical-tactical approaches (centrality measures), and contextual factors (score differential, opponent level).
- Utilized linear mixed-effects models to assess relationships with performance indicators (score, PIR, etc.).
Main Results:
- Rating of perceived exertion positively correlated with all performance indicators.
- High-intensity jumps were associated with increased player contribution, impact, PIR, and efficiency (EFF).
- Closeness centrality positively related to EFF; greater score differential linked to higher player contribution, impact, PIR, and EFF.
Conclusions:
- Rating of perceived exertion and high-intensity jumping loads are critical for player preparation and monitoring.
- Player performance is influenced by score differential but not opponent level, indicating consistent output across different competitive contexts.
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