This assist to turnover ratio AST/TO calculator evaluates a player’s ability to create scoring opportunities (assists) versus their mistakes (turnovers) during gameplay.
Assist to Turnover Ratio Calculator
| Player Position | Assists | Turnovers | A/TO Ratio | Performance Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Point Guard | 9.5 | 2.8 | 3.39 | Excellent |
| Shooting Guard | 4.2 | 1.8 | 2.33 | Good |
| Small Forward | 3.5 | 1.9 | 1.84 | Average |
| Power Forward | 2.8 | 1.6 | 1.75 | Average |
| Center | 2.1 | 1.4 | 1.50 | Below Average |
| Combo Guard | 5.0 | 2.0 | 2.50 | Good |
| Shooting Forward | 4.5 | 2.5 | 1.80 | Average |
| Defensive Specialist | 3.0 | 1.0 | 3.00 | Very Good |
| Backup Point Guard | 6.0 | 3.0 | 2.00 | Good |
| Rookie Point Guard | 5.5 | 4.0 | 1.38 | Below Average |
| Veteran Small Forward | 4.0 | 2.0 | 2.00 | Good |
| Stretch Power Forward | 3.8 | 1.5 | 2.53 | Good |
| Defensive Power Forward | 2.5 | 1.0 | 2.50 | Good |
| Center with Playmaking Skills | 3.0 | 1.5 | 2.00 | Good |
Assist to Turnover Ratio Formula
The expression for calculating the A/TO ratio is straightforward yet powerful:
A/TO Ratio = Total Number of Assists ÷ Total Number of TurnoversIf a player records 12 assists and 4 turnovers in a game:
A/TO Ratio = 12 ÷ 4 = 3.0This means the player creates three successful scoring opportunities for every ball-handling mistake they make.
How to Calculate Assist to Turnover Ratio?
Let’s break down the calculation process with a detailed:
- Record the total assists: Track all successful passes leading directly to baskets.
- Count total turnovers: Note all possessions lost through mistakes.
- Divide assists by turnovers: Perform the division to get the final ratio.
Consider a point guard’s statistics over a 5-game stretch:
- Game 1: 7 assists, 2 turnovers
- Game 2: 9 assists, 3 turnovers
- Game 3: 6 assists, 2 turnovers
- Game 4: 8 assists, 3 turnovers
- Game 5: 10 assists, 4 turnovers
Total assists = 40
Total turnovers = 14
A/TO Ratio = 40 ÷ 14 = 2.86What is a Good Assist to Turnover Ratio?
A good assist to turnover ratio varies by position and playing style, generally:
- Excellent: Above 3.0
- Very Good: 2.5 – 3.0
- Good: 2.0 – 2.5
- Average: 1.5 – 2.0
- Below Average: Below 1.5
An elite playmaker like Chris Paul has maintained ratios above 4.0 during his best seasons, demonstrating exceptional ball control and decision-making abilities.
What is a Good Assist to Turnover Ratio for a Point Guard?
Point guards, as primary ball-handlers and playmakers, are held to higher standards for A/TO ratios:
- Elite Point Guard: Above 3.5
- Starting NBA Point Guard: 2.5 – 3.5
- Solid Backup: 2.0 – 2.5
- Development Needed: Below 2.0
A point guard averaging 8.5 assists and 2.8 turnovers per game would have an A/TO ratio of approximately 3.04, indicating strong playmaking efficiency at the NBA level.
References
- NBA.com Advanced Stats – Official NBA Statistics [https://www.nba.com/stats/]
- Basketball Reference – Player Statistics Database [https://www.basketball-reference.com/]
- ESPN NBA Analytics – Professional Basketball Analysis [https://www.espn.com/nba/statistics/]
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