The Sensabaugh spotlight: a closer look at the leap
Zone splits, shot creation and defensive impact behind the jump.
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Three-Point Zones
Sensabaugh’s 3PT shooting by zone — the right corner is where he’s been lethal. 56% overall, 70% since January.
| Zone | First 54G FG% | Last 20G FG% | Δ | First 54G Share | Last 20G Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Right Corner 3 | 54.1% | 58.8% | +4.7 | 6.9% | 5.4% |
| Left Corner 3 | 33.3% | 53.3% | +20.0 | 7.2% | 4.7% |
| Above the Break 3 | 31.8% | 35.8% | +4.0 | 39.6% | 37.9% |
| Mid-Range | 45.6% | 37.9% | -7.7 | 10.6% | 9.1% |
| Paint | 61.1% | 56.6% | -4.5 | 35.7% | 42.9% |
Shot Creation
Self-created vs catch-and-shoot. He’s shooting 36% on both self-created AND catch-and-shoot threes on 410 total attempts — a rare balance for a third-year wing.
| Type | First 54G FG% | Last 20G FG% | Δ | First 54G Share | Last 20G Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Self-Created | 51.7% | 49.3% | -2.4 | 59.4% | 64.7% |
| Catch & Shoot | 35.1% | 40.2% | +5.1 | 37.4% | 30.6% |
| Assisted / Hustle | 47.1% | 60% | +12.9 | 3.1% | 4.7% |
Shot Location Heatmap
Side-by-side: where the shots are coming from, and at what efficiency.
First 54 Games
Last 20 Games
<35%
35-45%
45-55%
55-65%
>65%
By the Numbers
| Stat | First 54G | Last 20G |
|---|---|---|
| Overall FG% | 45.4% | 47% |
| Paint Share | 35.7% | 42.9% |
| Paint FG% | 61.1% | 56.6% |
| 3PT Share | 53.7% | 47.9% |
| 3PT FG% | 34.8% | 40.1% |
| Mid-Range FG% | 45.6% | 37.9% |
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