Aaron Nesmith
13.8 PPG · 4.2 REB · 1.9 AST
John Collins
13.6 PPG · 5.3 REB · 1 AST
VS
2–1
categories
Nesmith leads the head-to-head, 2 categories to 1.
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The two-way profile
Nesmith 2Collins 3
Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Collins wins 3 of 8 attribute battles.
Tale of the tape
13.8
13.6
4.2
5.3
1.9
1.0
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
Nesmith peak 13.8Collins peak 21.6
The trophy case edge: Nesmith
2× NBA Finalist14th Draft pick (2020)
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All-Rookie 2018 Second TeamAll-ACC 1st Team 2017MIP ACC 2017
The verdict
Nesmith holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (points / game, assists / game). Collins answers in rebounds / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
60Nesmith · Solid starter
Balladex Impact Index
59Collins · Solid starter
Card value — head to head
Aaron Nesmith
$8.0
Falling
5-yr outlook-12%
Legacy floor50%
John Collins
$6.0
Blue-chip — stable star value
5-yr outlook+0% ▲
Legacy floor67%
Card verdictAaron Nesmith is the more valuable card today ($8.0 vs. $6.0). John Collins carries more projected upside (+0% vs. -12% over five years).
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