Heavolution
Leaguewide heave trends since 2003.
NBAHeave Trends
Heave Attempts Over Time
Prorated to 82 games. Updated 03/31/26 Prorated to 82 games. Updated 03/31/26
Heave Makes Over Time
Prorated to 82 games. Updated 03/31/26 Prorated to 82 games. Updated 03/31/26
Heave Distance Trends
Heave Distance
Shots by Distance (36+ ft)
NBATeam Heave Rankings
Time:
NBA Heaves, 2003-25
Pre-Rule Change
Total Heaves
16,114
Makes: 594 (3.7%)
Halfcourt Attempts
11,122
Makes: 297 (2.7%)
Lite Heaves
4,992
Makes: 297 (5.9%)
Avg Per Season
700.6
Makes: 25.8
* Short-season adjustments applied: 2011-12 (1.24×), 2019-20 (1.16×), 2020-21 (1.14×).