The Evolution of Data Analytics in Sports

The chapter delves into the evolution of data analytics in sports, highlighting the shift towards data-driven decision-making in the field and the growing acceptance of sports analytics within academia. It discusses the expansion of analytics to cover a wide range of areas in sports, from on-field performance to broader issues like sleep patterns and business considerations. The conversation also reflects on personal growth, challenges of biases, and the importance of probabilistic thinking in sports analysis over the past decade.