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[british bulldog]

I don't know if I should have put this thread in general discussion or here or pro hoops.

It is a question about basketball so here goes.

Can someone please tell me what RPI is. I often see quotes that a team or college is ranked 23rd in RPI.

Obvious answer to you guys, but not a term used here in the UK. A bit like most of you wouldn't know what LBW stood for in cricket.
Sorry, but just need some help.

 

[shagginass]

RPI

RPI

CARMEL, Ind. (AP) -- The Rating Percentage Index (RPI) has been used by the NCAA since 1981 to supplement the selection of at-large teams and the seeding of all teams for the NCAA Tournament. This list is an independent duplication of the RPI without input from the NCAA, which does not release the RPI to the public. It is derived from three component factors: Div. I winning percentage (25)%, schedule strength (50)%; and opponent's schedule strength (25)%. Games against non-Division I opponents are not used in calculating the RPI.


Hope this helps.

 

[Phenom]

The Rating Percentage Index (RPI) has been used by the NCAA since 1981 to supplement the selection of at-large teams and the seeding of all teams for the NCAA Tournament. This list is an independent duplication of the RPI without input from the NCAA, which does not release the RPI to the public. It is derived from three component factors: Div. I winning percentage (25)%, schedule strength (50)%; and opponent's schedule strength (25)%. Games against non-Division I opponents are not used in calculating the RPI.

 

[Phenom]

sorry, did not see an answer yet