Using Analytics to Predict an NBA Star
Jamal Murray, a breakout star for the Denver Nuggets, made NBA history with his electrifying performances in the 2020 Playoffs. The 23-year-old guard from Ontario, Canada, became the youngest player in NBA postseason history—outside of LeBron James—to score 40 points in a game.
Murray delivered an unforgettable series against the Utah Jazz and Los Angeles Clippers. He erupted for 50 points in Games 4 and 6, dropped 42 in Game 5, and sealed Denver’s Game 7 victory over the Clippers with another 40-point masterpiece. His efficiency was staggering, posting a True Shooting Percentage (TS%) of 68.2%—a testament to his elite scoring ability. The NBA had officially found its next star.