CJ McCollum vs Monta Ellis: head-to-head statistical comparison
CJ McCollum
19.5 PPG · 3.6 REB · 3.8 AST
Monta Ellis
17.9 PPG · 3.4 REB · 4.6 AST
VS
2–1
categories
McCollum leads the head-to-head, 2 categories to 1.
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The two-way profile
McCollum 4Ellis 4
Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Even split across the eight tools.
Tale of the tape
19.5
17.9
3.6
3.4
3.8
4.6
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
McCollum peak 24.3Ellis peak 25.5
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, rebounds / game). Ellis answers in assists / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
59McCollum · Solid starter
Balladex Impact Index
57Ellis · Rotation piece
Card value — head to head
CJ McCollum
$13
Falling
5-yr outlook-15%
Legacy floor31%
Monta Ellis
$4.0
Cemented legacy
5-yr outlook+50% ▲
Legacy floor100%
Card verdictCJ McCollum is the more valuable card today ($13 vs. $4.0). Monta Ellis carries more projected upside (+50% vs. -15% over five years).
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