Bob Cousy vs James Harden: head-to-head statistical comparison
Bob Cousy
18.4 PPG · 5.2 REB · 7.5 AST
James Harden
24.0 PPG · 5.6 REB · 7.3 AST
VS
1–2
categories
Harden leads the head-to-head, 2 categories to 1.
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The two-way profile
Cousy 4Harden 4
Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Even split across the eight tools.
Tale of the tape
18.4
24.0
5.2
5.6
7.5
7.3
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
Cousy peak 21.7Harden peak 36.1
The trophy case edge: Cousy
6× NBA Champion1× NBA MVP13× NBA All-StarHOF Hall of Fame
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1× NBA MVP (2018)3× NBA scoring champion11× NBA All-Star
The verdict
Harden holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (points / game, rebounds / game). Cousy answers in assists / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
76Cousy · Star starter
Balladex Impact Index
78Harden · Star starter
Card value — head to head
Bob Cousy
$1.7k
Cemented legacy
5-yr outlook+49% ▲
Legacy floor100%
RarityLegendary
James Harden
$220
Cemented — legacy floor rising
5-yr outlook+38%
Legacy floor100%
RarityEpic
Card verdictBob Cousy is the more valuable card today ($1.7k vs. $220). Bob Cousy carries more projected upside (+49% vs. +38% over five years).
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