McCollum leads the head-to-head, 2 categories to 0.
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The two-way profile
McCollum 4Martin 4
Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Even split across the eight tools.
Tale of the tape
18.7
Points / game
17.4
3.1
Rebounds / game
3.1
4.1
Assists / game
2.2
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
McCollum peak 23.1Martin peak 24.6
The trophy case edge: McCollum
1× Most Improved Player (2016)
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No major hardware yet
The verdict
McCollum holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (points / game, assists / game). Martin answers in the intangibles — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
59McCollum · Solid starter
Balladex Impact Index
55Martin · Rotation piece
Card value — head to head
CJ McCollum
$18
Falling
5-yr outlook-17%
Legacy floor22%
Kevin Martin
$4.0
Cemented legacy
5-yr outlook+25% ▲
Legacy floor100%
Card verdictCJ McCollum is the more valuable card today ($18 vs. $4.0). Kevin Martin carries more projected upside (+25% vs. -17% over five years).