👉 Assists in basketball measure a player's contribution to their team's scoring by tracking the number of successful passes they make to teammates. Unlike points, which count only when a player scores directly, assists quantify how effectively a player facilitates their teammates' scoring opportunities. A single pass that leads to a goal counts as one assist, even if the player doesn’t score themselves. This metric highlights a player’s role in building offensive plays, emphasizing their ability to create scoring chances for others rather than just scoring directly. It’s a key tool for evaluating playmaking and teamwork, as it reflects a player’s impact on their squad’s offensive efficiency.
