Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Dunn wins 5 of 8 attribute battles.
Tale of the tape
15.7
Points / game
7.3
3.4
Rebounds / game
3.3
1.6
Assists / game
3.6
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
Ellis peak 27.5Dunn peak 13.4
The trophy case edge: Dunn
1× NBA All-Star
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2x Big East POY2x Big East DPOYNo. 5 2016 draft pick
The verdict
Ellis holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (points / game, rebounds / game). Dunn answers in assists / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
55Ellis · Rotation piece
Balladex Impact Index
61Dunn · Solid starter
Card value — head to head
Dale Ellis
$7.0
Cemented legacy
5-yr outlook+29%
Legacy floor100%
Kris Dunn
$7.0
Climbing
5-yr outlook+29%
Legacy floor100%
Card verdictBoth grade to about $7.0 today. Different bets: Dale Ellis's value is cemented and rises on legacy, while Kris Dunn's is speculative and swings on production.