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#749 - Seth Stephens-Davidowitz - The Hidden Statistics That Control The NBA

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Height in Basketball and NBA Probability

Height significantly impacts the probability of becoming an NBA player, with each additional inch doubling the chances. The odds differ drastically from a one in 3.8 million chance for individuals under 5'10'' to a one in seven chance for seven-footers. While exceptions exist, such as Muggsy Bogues at 5'3'', the odds are heavily stacked against shorter individuals aspiring to play in the NBA.

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