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Best and worst lineups, two-man combos, and hypothetical lineup builder
East Conference · 54-18
| # | Players | MIN | ORTG | DRTG | NET | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TatumBrown123 | 178 | 114.4 | 105.6 | +8.8 | +16 |
| # | Players | MIN | ORTG | DRTG | NET | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TatumBrown123 | 178 | 114.4 | 105.6 | +8.8 | +16 |
| # | Player 1 | Player 2 | MIN | NET RTG | Synergy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jayson Tatum | Jaylen Brown | 370 | +7.3 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Jayson Tatum | BOS Role Player 1 | 299 | +5.0 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Jayson Tatum | BOS Role Player 2 | 299 | +5.0 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Jayson Tatum | BOS Role Player 3 | 299 | +5.0 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Jaylen Brown | BOS Role Player 1 | 221 | +2.4 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Jaylen Brown | BOS Role Player 2 | 221 | +2.4 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Jaylen Brown | BOS Role Player 3 | 221 | +2.4 | 0.0 |
| 8 | BOS Role Player 1 | BOS Role Player 2 | 150 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 9 | BOS Role Player 1 | BOS Role Player 3 | 150 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| 10 | BOS Role Player 2 | BOS Role Player 3 | 150 | 0.0 | 0.0 |
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Lineup data reveals how different combinations of players perform together on the court. In modern basketball analytics, lineup analysis is one of the most powerful tools available to coaches, front offices, and fans. By examining five-man units, you can identify which groups of players generate the most offense, lock down opponents defensively, and produce the highest net rating. This information is critical for understanding why certain teams win, which rotations are most effective, and where coaching adjustments could make the biggest impact.
Net rating is the difference between a lineup's offensive rating (points scored per 100 possessions) and defensive rating (points allowed per 100 possessions). A positive net rating means the lineup outscores its opponents, while a negative net rating indicates the lineup is being outscored. Elite lineups in the NBA typically post net ratings above +5.0, while the league's best closing lineups can exceed +10.0 in crunch-time minutes. Net rating is considered more predictive of future performance than raw win-loss record because it adjusts for pace and playing time.
NBA coaches and analytics staffs use lineup data to optimize rotations, identify lineup combinations that should see more or fewer minutes, and plan matchup-specific strategies against upcoming opponents. Two-man combo data is especially valuable for understanding player synergy: some duos generate offense far beyond what their individual stats suggest, while others struggle when sharing the floor. The hypothetical lineup builder on this page lets you experiment with your own combinations and see predicted net ratings. For deeper team analysis, explore our advanced stats and power rankings.
Lineup data tracks the performance of specific combinations of players when they share the floor together. It includes offensive rating, defensive rating, net rating, total minutes played, and plus/minus. This data helps identify which five-man units and two-man combinations are most effective for each team.
Net rating is the difference between offensive rating (ORTG) and defensive rating (DRTG), both measured per 100 possessions. For example, a lineup with a 115.0 ORTG and 108.0 DRTG has a +7.0 net rating, meaning they outscore opponents by 7 points per 100 possessions. It is the single best measure of how well a lineup performs overall.
Look at net rating first for an overall picture. Then check ORTG and DRTG separately to see if the lineup excels on offense, defense, or both. Minutes played provides context: a +20.0 net rating in 15 minutes is less meaningful than a +8.0 in 300 minutes. Use the team pages for additional context on each roster.