Francis leads the head-to-head, 2 categories to 1.
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The two-way profile
Williams 1Francis 2
Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Francis wins 2 of 8 attribute battles.
Tale of the tape
16.3
Points / game
18.1
3.1
Rebounds / game
5.6
8.1
Assists / game
6.0
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
Williams peak 21.3Francis peak 21.6
The trophy case
3× NBA All-Star
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3× NBA All-Star
The verdict
Francis holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (points / game, rebounds / game). Williams answers in assists / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
63Williams · Solid starter
Balladex Impact Index
63Francis · Solid starter
Card value — head to head
Deron Williams
$14
Cemented legacy
5-yr outlook+36% ▲
Legacy floor100%
Steve Francis
$15
Cemented legacy
5-yr outlook+33%
Legacy floor100%
Card verdictSteve Francis is the more valuable card today ($15 vs. $14). Deron Williams carries more projected upside (+36% vs. +33% over five years).