Statistics Playbook

Statistics Slam Dunk is an action-packed book that will help you build your skills in exploratory data analysis by digging into the fascinating world of NBA games and player stats using the R language. This textbook will upgrade your R data science skills by taking on practical analysis challenges based on NBA game and player data.

"An excellent way to learn exploratory data analysis and statistical analysis with R and sports statistics from the NBA."
Bob Quintus

"This book is very impressive. Different from other similar books, this book integrates the technology of R language through storytelling."
Chen Sun

"A great example of using R and applying it to a machine learning problem."
John Williams

"Very interesting subject matter. The author's enthusiasm for it really shows."
Lachman Dhalliwal

"For users looking to get experience with real world datasets, this book will provide a great methodological approach."
Eli Mayost

Gary Sutton is a vice president for a leading financial services company. He has built and led high-performing business intelligence and analytics organizations across multiple verticals, where R was the preferred programming language for predictive modelling, statistical analyses, and other quantitative insights. Gary earned his Undergraduate Degree from the University of Southern California, a Masters from George Washington University, and a second Masters in Data Science, from Northwestern University.