Heavolution
Leaguewide heave trends since 2003.
NBAHeave Trends
Heave Attempts Over Time
Prorated to 82 games. Updated 4/14/26 Prorated to 82 games. Updated 4/14/26
Heave Makes Over Time
Prorated to 82 games. Updated 4/14/26 Prorated to 82 games. Updated 4/14/26
Heave Distance Trends
Heave Distance
Shots by Distance (36+ ft)
NBATeam Heave Rankings
Time:
NBA Heaves, 2003-25
Pre-Rule Change
Total Heaves
16,448
Makes: 605 (3.7%)
Halfcourt Attempts
11,457
Makes: 308 (2.7%)
Lite Heaves
4,991
Makes: 297 (6.0%)
Avg Per Season
715.1
Makes: 26.3
* Short-season adjustments applied: 2011-12 (1.24×), 2019-20 (1.16×), 2020-21 (1.14×).