Chapter 15 Quiz: Player Tracking Data

Instructions

25 questions covering player tracking fundamentals, metrics, and applications.

At what frame rate does NBA player tracking capture data?

A) 10 frames per second B) 25 frames per second C) 60 frames per second D) 100 frames per second

Answer: B

Which technology provides NBA player tracking data since 2013-14?

A) Wearable GPS devices B) Optical camera systems (SportVU/Second Spectrum) C) Radio frequency chips in jerseys D) Manual video tagging

Answer: B

"Defender distance" at shot release is categorized as "wide open" when:

A) 2-4 feet B) 4-6 feet C) 6+ feet D) Any defender in the paint

Answer: C

Average player distance covered per NBA game is approximately:

A) 1.5 miles B) 2.5 miles C) 4 miles D) 6 miles

Answer: B

"Touch" in tracking analytics means:

A) Physical contact with defender B) Possession of the basketball C) Setting a screen D) Attempting a shot

Answer: B

[Cover time of possession, drives, catch-and-shoot, off-ball movement, screen assists]

[Cover matchup tracking, contest rates, deflections, rim protection, closeout speed]

[Cover speed, acceleration, distance, load management, fatigue indicators]

[Cover play type classification, spatial analytics, integration with other metrics]