Possession Percentage is a statistic used in sports, particularly in soccer and basketball, to measure how long a team controls the ball during a game. It is calculated by dividing the total time a team has the ball by the total game time, then multiplying by 100 to get a percentage. A higher possession percentage indicates that a team is more dominant in controlling the game. This metric helps analyze a team's playing style and effectiveness. For example, a team with a high possession percentage may focus on maintaining control and building plays, while a team with a lower percentage might rely on quick counterattacks.