Deni Avdija
24.2 PPG · 6.9 REB · 6.7 AST
Jalen Johnson
22.5 PPG · 10.3 REB · 7.9 AST
VS
1–2
categories
Johnson leads the head-to-head, 2 categories to 1.
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The two-way profile
Avdija 3Johnson 5
Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Johnson wins 5 of 8 attribute battles.
Tale of the tape
24.2
22.5
6.9
10.3
6.7
7.9
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
Avdija peak 24.2Johnson peak 22.5
The trophy case edge: Avdija
1× NBA All-Star (2026)1× Israeli League MVP (2020)
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1× NBA All-Star (2026)
The verdict
Johnson holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (rebounds / game, assists / game). Avdija answers in points / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
79Avdija · Star starter
Balladex Impact Index
76Johnson · Star starter
Card value — head to head
Deni Avdija
$250
On the rise — speculative upside
5-yr outlook+23%
Legacy floor10%
Jalen Johnson
$130
On the rise — speculative upside
5-yr outlook+25% ▲
Legacy floor8%
Card verdictDeni Avdija is the more valuable card today ($250 vs. $130). Jalen Johnson carries more projected upside (+25% vs. +23% over five years).
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