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With the development of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) and data analytics, the sports performance evaluation has taken a new face, and its predictive capabilities are no longer reliant on the classic statistical method. This paper explores the use of AI-based models to forecast performance of a basketball player based on NBA 2024 per-game data. Using machine learning and deep learning algorithms, which are multiple linear regression, random forest regression, and artificial neural networks and applying them to the features of field goals, rebounds, assists, steals, blocked shots, turnups, and minutes played, the study predicts the efficiency of individual players during scoring. The data was pre-processed, formalized and the features were selected to ensure suitable accuracy of the model and avoid overfitting. The comparison showed that the AI-based models are far much better than the traditional tools of regression as they attain superior predictive validity and strength in evaluating the score and efficiency ratings of players. The outcomes of the study highlight the possibilities of AI as a potent decision-support instrument to coaches, analysts and talent scouts, which offers practical insights into player development, preparing game strategies and work organization. Besides, this study adds to the body of related literature on sports analytics because it shows that data-based intelligence can be used to optimize performance evaluation and resource distribution in professional basketball. Future studies can incorporate the contextual variables which can include fatigue of the player, team vibrations and the game circumstances and situational factors to bolster predictive accuracy.
Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Basketball Analytics, Player Performance Prediction, Sports Analytics, NBA Data
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""Player Performance Prediction in Basketball Using AI"", International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2456-3315, Vol.11, Issue 5, page no.a288-a313, May-2026, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2605035.pdf
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2456-3315 | IMPACT FACTOR: 8.14 Calculated By Google Scholar| ESTD YEAR: 2016
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