There are a million ways to cut the data, but when it comes to stats that are fully outcome related, Box +/- is one of the best. In fact, we know NC State is using stats like this as part of its analytics strategy. And if you don’t believe me, just look at Will Wade’s recent comments on Darrion Williams.
When questioned about Williams’ output, Wade pointed to the stats that show Darrion as positively impacting the game. This is the stat that rolls up all of those stats.
So now we’re two games into conference play, and we’re coming off what might have been our worst overall performance.