Donovan Mitchell vs Jayson Tatum: head-to-head statistical comparison
Donovan Mitchell
25.1 PPG · 4.3 REB · 4.8 AST
Jayson Tatum
23.5 PPG · 7.4 REB · 3.9 AST
VS
2–1
categories
Mitchell leads the head-to-head, 2 categories to 1.
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The two-way profile
Mitchell 5Tatum 2
Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Mitchell wins 5 of 8 attribute battles.
Tale of the tape
25.1
23.5
4.3
7.4
4.8
3.9
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
Mitchell peak 28.3Tatum peak 30.1
The trophy case edge: Tatum
7× NBA All-Star1× All-NBA First Team (2025)1× Slam Dunk Contest (2018)
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1× NBA Champion (2024)6× NBA All-Star4× All-NBA First Team
The verdict
Mitchell holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (points / game, assists / game). Tatum answers in rebounds / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
79Mitchell · Star starter
Balladex Impact Index
83Tatum · All-Star level
Card value — head to head
Donovan Mitchell
$230
Falling
5-yr outlook-20%
Legacy floor8%
RarityRare
Jayson Tatum
$290
Falling
5-yr outlook-9% ▲
Legacy floor11%
RarityRare
Card verdictJayson Tatum is the more valuable card today ($290 vs. $230). Jayson Tatum carries more projected upside (-9% vs. -20% over five years).
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