Difference in contributions to the team's score in female wheelchair basketball at the 2016 Rio Paralympics by physical capability classification.

[Purpose] This study clarified differences in players' contributions to the team's score in female wheelchair basketball at the 2016 Rio Paralympics by physical capacity classification, and examined the roles required in the team. [Subjects and Methods] This study used stats (record of play contents) for players who played for more than 20 minutes from the official box scores of all 31 games at the 2016 Paralympics. Players were divided into three groups by physical capacity classification: low, middle, and high. The average stats for each group were compared and the covariance structure was analyzed to determine the role of each group during the game. [Results] Comparisons showed that the higher the class, the higher the value of many stats items. Important elements were defensive rebound, steal, and turnover in the low group; and score, offensive rebound, and turnover in the high group. [Conclusion] Players in the high group have more plays related to the ball. Those in the low group should increase the numbers of steals and defensive rebounds and reduce turnover. High group players are required to have scoring ability, acquire offensive rebound, and reduce turnover.

Contributions to the team score by male wheelchair basketball players with different physical capacities at the Rio 2016 Paralympics.

[Purpose] The contributions of male wheelchair basketball players with different capability classifications to the team score at the Rio 2016 Paralympics were evaluated. The roles required for team members belonging to each such classification were determined. [Participants and Methods] Statistics obtained from the official box scores of all 42 games included at the Rio 2016 Paralympics were used in this study. Players who participated for >20 minutes in each game were included in the analysis. Players were divided into 3 groups (low, middle, and high) based on their capability classification. The mean statistical data related to each group were compared, and the covariance structure was analyzed to determine the role of each player group. [Results] Many statistical values were higher in players belonging to the high group. In the high group, the relevant variables were field goals scored, field goals attempted, assists, and turnovers. In the low group, the relevant variables were field goals scored, steals, and turnovers. [Conclusion] Many plays related to the ball depended on the high group. High-group players are required to demonstrate strong scoring ability and to reduce turnovers. Conversely, low-group players should increase the numbers of field goals made, increase steals, and reduce turnovers.