Basketball Calorie Burn Chart: Complete Reference by Weight & Duration
Quick reference basketball calorie burn charts for all weights and durations. Find your exact burn for competitive games, practice, and drills.
Use these charts to quickly find how many calories you burn playing basketball. All values are calculated using MET formulas from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
For personalized calculations, use our Basketball Calorie Calculator.
How to Use These Charts
- Find your weight in the left column
- Select your activity type (competitive game, general play, or drills)
- Match your duration to find your calorie burn
All values are estimates. Actual burn varies by intensity, playing time, and individual factors.
Competitive Game Calorie Chart (MET 8.0)
Full-court, organized games with high intensity and defensive pressure.
| Weight | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | 60 min | 90 min | 120 min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 kg | 110 | 220 | 330 | 440 | 660 | 880 |
| 60 kg | 120 | 240 | 360 | 480 | 720 | 960 |
| 65 kg | 130 | 260 | 390 | 520 | 780 | 1,040 |
| 70 kg | 140 | 280 | 420 | 560 | 840 | 1,120 |
| 75 kg | 150 | 300 | 450 | 600 | 900 | 1,200 |
| 80 kg | 160 | 320 | 480 | 640 | 960 | 1,280 |
| 85 kg | 170 | 340 | 510 | 680 | 1,020 | 1,360 |
| 90 kg | 180 | 360 | 540 | 720 | 1,080 | 1,440 |
| 95 kg | 190 | 380 | 570 | 760 | 1,140 | 1,520 |
| 100 kg | 200 | 400 | 600 | 800 | 1,200 | 1,600 |
| 105 kg | 210 | 420 | 630 | 840 | 1,260 | 1,680 |
Best for: League games, tournaments, organized 5v5
General Basketball Calorie Chart (MET 7.5)
Pickup games, team practice, and recreational half-court play.
| Weight | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | 60 min | 90 min | 120 min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 kg | 103 | 206 | 309 | 413 | 619 | 825 |
| 60 kg | 113 | 225 | 338 | 450 | 675 | 900 |
| 65 kg | 122 | 244 | 366 | 488 | 731 | 975 |
| 70 kg | 131 | 263 | 394 | 525 | 788 | 1,050 |
| 75 kg | 141 | 281 | 422 | 563 | 844 | 1,125 |
| 80 kg | 150 | 300 | 450 | 600 | 900 | 1,200 |
| 85 kg | 159 | 319 | 478 | 638 | 956 | 1,275 |
| 90 kg | 169 | 338 | 506 | 675 | 1,013 | 1,350 |
| 95 kg | 178 | 356 | 534 | 713 | 1,069 | 1,425 |
| 100 kg | 188 | 375 | 563 | 750 | 1,125 | 1,500 |
| 105 kg | 197 | 394 | 591 | 788 | 1,181 | 1,575 |
Best for: Pickup games at the gym, casual 3v3, practice scrimmages
Non-Game Drills Calorie Chart (MET 6.0)
Skills practice, shooting drills, and conditioning without full game intensity.
| Weight | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | 60 min | 90 min | 120 min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 kg | 83 | 165 | 248 | 330 | 495 | 660 |
| 60 kg | 90 | 180 | 270 | 360 | 540 | 720 |
| 65 kg | 98 | 195 | 293 | 390 | 585 | 780 |
| 70 kg | 105 | 210 | 315 | 420 | 630 | 840 |
| 75 kg | 113 | 225 | 338 | 450 | 675 | 900 |
| 80 kg | 120 | 240 | 360 | 480 | 720 | 960 |
| 85 kg | 128 | 255 | 383 | 510 | 765 | 1,020 |
| 90 kg | 135 | 270 | 405 | 540 | 810 | 1,080 |
| 95 kg | 143 | 285 | 428 | 570 | 855 | 1,140 |
| 100 kg | 150 | 300 | 450 | 600 | 900 | 1,200 |
| 105 kg | 158 | 315 | 473 | 630 | 945 | 1,260 |
Best for: Solo practice, shooting around, skill development, team drills
Shooting Practice Only (MET 4.5)
Light activity: shooting around, free throw practice, minimal movement.
| Weight | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | 60 min |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 kg | 62 | 124 | 186 | 248 |
| 65 kg | 73 | 146 | 219 | 293 |
| 75 kg | 84 | 169 | 253 | 338 |
| 85 kg | 96 | 191 | 287 | 383 |
| 95 kg | 107 | 214 | 321 | 428 |
| 105 kg | 118 | 236 | 354 | 473 |
Half-Court Game Adjustments
Half-court games burn fewer calories due to reduced running. Apply these multipliers to the full-court charts:
| Game Type | Multiplier | Example (70 kg, 60 min game) |
|---|---|---|
| Full-court 5v5 | 1.0x | 560 kcal |
| Half-court 5v5 | 0.80x | 448 kcal |
| Half-court 3v3 | 0.75x | 420 kcal |
| Half-court 2v2 | 0.70x | 392 kcal |
Tournament Day Calculations
Playing multiple games? Here's how to estimate your total burn:
Example: 70 kg player at a tournament
| Games | Duration Each | Rest Between | Total Calorie Burn |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 games | 40 min | 30 min rest | ~750 kcal |
| 3 games | 40 min | 30 min rest | ~1,120 kcal |
| 4 games | 30 min | 20 min rest | ~1,120 kcal |
Note: Later games may have lower intensity due to fatigue, reducing actual burn by 10-15%.
Calorie Burn Rate (Per Minute)
For quick calculations, use these per-minute rates:
| Weight | Competitive | General | Drills |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 kg | 7.3 kcal/min | 6.9 kcal/min | 5.5 kcal/min |
| 65 kg | 8.7 kcal/min | 8.1 kcal/min | 6.5 kcal/min |
| 75 kg | 10.0 kcal/min | 9.4 kcal/min | 7.5 kcal/min |
| 85 kg | 11.3 kcal/min | 10.6 kcal/min | 8.5 kcal/min |
| 95 kg | 12.7 kcal/min | 11.9 kcal/min | 9.5 kcal/min |
| 105 kg | 14.0 kcal/min | 13.1 kcal/min | 10.5 kcal/min |
Quick formula: Your weight (kg) × 0.133 = calories per minute for competitive play
Weekly Calorie Burn Summary
| Sessions/Week | Activity Type | 60 kg | 75 kg | 90 kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 × 60 min | Competitive | 960 | 1,200 | 1,440 |
| 2 × 60 min | General | 900 | 1,125 | 1,350 |
| 3 × 60 min | Competitive | 1,440 | 1,800 | 2,160 |
| 3 × 60 min | General | 1,350 | 1,688 | 2,025 |
| 4 × 60 min | Mix | 1,680 | 2,100 | 2,520 |
Comparison with Other Activities
How does basketball compare for the same duration (60 minutes, 75 kg)?
| Activity | Calories |
|---|---|
| Basketball (competitive) | 600 kcal |
| Running (8 km/h) | 585 kcal |
| Tennis (singles) | 600 kcal |
| Swimming (moderate) | 525 kcal |
| Cycling (moderate) | 510 kcal |
| Walking (5 km/h) | 280 kcal |
Calculate Your Exact Burn
For precise calculations with your specific weight and duration:
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