Artis Gilmore vs Bob Lanier: head-to-head statistical comparison
Artis Gilmore
18.8 PPG · 12.3 REB · 2.3 AST
Bob Lanier
20.1 PPG · 10.1 REB · 3.1 AST
VS
1–2
categories
Lanier leads the head-to-head, 2 categories to 1.
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The two-way profile
Gilmore 1Lanier 2
Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Lanier wins 2 of 8 attribute battles.
Tale of the tape
18.8
20.1
12.3
10.1
2.3
3.1
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
Gilmore peak 24.6Lanier peak 25.7
The trophy case edge: Lanier
6× NBA All-StarHOF Hall of Fame
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8× NBA All-StarHOF Hall of Fame
The verdict
Lanier holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (points / game, assists / game). Gilmore answers in rebounds / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
68Gilmore · Solid starter
Balladex Impact Index
71Lanier · Star starter
Card value — head to head
Artis Gilmore
$20
Cemented legacy
5-yr outlook+35%
Legacy floor100%
Bob Lanier
$17
Cemented legacy
5-yr outlook+35% ▲
Legacy floor100%
RarityRare
Card verdictArtis Gilmore is the more valuable card today ($20 vs. $17). Bob Lanier carries more projected upside (+35% vs. +35% over five years).
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