David Robinson vs Jayson Tatum: head-to-head statistical comparison
David Robinson
21.1 PPG · 10.6 REB · 2.5 AST
Jayson Tatum
23.5 PPG · 7.4 REB · 3.9 AST
VS
1–2
categories
Tatum leads the head-to-head, 2 categories to 1.
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The two-way profile
Robinson 1Tatum 7
Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Tatum wins 7 of 8 attribute battles.
Tale of the tape
21.1
23.5
10.6
7.4
2.5
3.9
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
Robinson peak 29.8Tatum peak 30.1
The trophy case edge: Robinson
2× NBA Champion1× NBA MVP1× Defensive Player of the Year10× NBA All-StarHOF Hall of Fame
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1× NBA Champion (2024)6× NBA All-Star4× All-NBA First Team
The verdict
Tatum holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (points / game, assists / game). Robinson answers in rebounds / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
76Robinson · Star starter
Balladex Impact Index
83Tatum · All-Star level
Card value — head to head
David Robinson
$150
Cemented legacy
5-yr outlook+41% ▲
Legacy floor100%
RarityEpic
Jayson Tatum
$290
Falling
5-yr outlook-9%
Legacy floor11%
RarityRare
Card verdictJayson Tatum is the more valuable card today ($290 vs. $150). David Robinson carries more projected upside (+41% vs. -9% over five years).
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