Johnson leads the head-to-head, 2 categories to 1.
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The two-way profile
Hawkins 3Johnson 2
Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Hawkins wins 3 of 8 attribute battles.
Tale of the tape
16.5
Points / game (career)
17.1
8.0
Rebounds / game (career)
12.7
4.1
Assists / game (career)
2.3
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
Hawkins peak 30.2Johnson peak 20.7
The trophy case edge: Johnson
4× NBA All-StarHOF Hall of Fame
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5× NBA All-StarHOF Hall of Fame
The verdict
Johnson holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (points / game, rebounds / game). Hawkins answers in assists / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
64Hawkins · Solid starter
Balladex Impact Index
65Johnson · Solid starter
Card value — head to head
Connie Hawkins
$18
Cemented legacy
5-yr outlook+39% ▲
Legacy floor100%
Gus Johnson
$19
Cemented legacy
5-yr outlook+37%
Legacy floor100%
Card verdictGus Johnson is the more valuable card today ($19 vs. $18). Connie Hawkins carries more projected upside (+39% vs. +37% over five years).