Anthony Davis vs Jimmy Butler: head-to-head statistical comparison
Anthony Davis
24.0 PPG · 10.7 REB · 2.6 AST
Jimmy Butler
18.4 PPG · 5.4 REB · 4.4 AST
VS
2–1
categories
Davis leads the head-to-head, 2 categories to 1.
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The two-way profile
Davis 3Butler 2
Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Davis wins 3 of 8 attribute battles.
Tale of the tape
24.0
18.4
10.7
5.4
2.6
4.4
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
Davis peak 28.1Butler peak 23.9
The trophy case edge: Davis
1× NBA Champion (2020)10× NBA All-Star🥇×2 Olympic gold (2012, 2024)
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6× NBA All-Star5× All-Defensive Second Team1× Most Improved Player (2015)
The verdict
Davis holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (points / game, rebounds / game). Butler answers in assists / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
78Davis · Star starter
Balladex Impact Index
80Butler · All-Star level
Card value — head to head
Anthony Davis
$97
Falling
5-yr outlook-20%
Legacy floor26%
RarityRare
Jimmy Butler
$39
Falling
5-yr outlook-8% ▲
Legacy floor41%
RarityRare
Card verdictAnthony Davis is the more valuable card today ($97 vs. $39). Jimmy Butler carries more projected upside (-8% vs. -20% over five years).
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