From the leading expert in the exploding field of basketball analytics a stunning infographic
decoding of the modern NBA: who shoots where how well and why. Says Nate Silver: If you want
to understand how the modern NBA came to be you'll need to read this book. The field of
basketball analytics has leaped into overdrive thanks to Kirk Goldsberry whose spatial and
visual analyses of players teams and positions have helped us all understand who really is
the most valuable player at any position. SprawlBall combines stunning visuals in-depth
analysis behind-the-scenes stories and gee-whiz facts to chart a modern revolution. Since the
introduction of the three-point line the game has changed drastically with players like Steph
Curry and James Harden leading the charge. In chapters like The Geography of the NBA The
Interior Minister (LeBron James) The Evolution of Steph Curry and The Investor (James Harden)
Goldsberry explains why today's on-court product-with its emphasis on shooting passing and
spacing-has never been prettier or more democratic. And it's never been more popular. For fans
of Bill Simmons and FreeDarko SprawlBall presents a bold new vision of the game giving readers
an innovative cutting-edge look at the sport based on the latest research as well as a visual
and infographic feast for fans. ¶Beautifully illustrated and sharply written SprawlBall is
both a celebration and a critique of the three-point shot. If you want to understand how the
modern NBA came to be you'll need to read this book. -Nate Silver editor fivethirtyeight.com
and bestselling author of The Signal and the Noise
