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57IMPACTJ.R. Smith
2.8 PPG · 0.8 REB · 0.5 AST
Reggie Theus
18.6 PPG · 2.8 REB · 4.7 AST
VS
0–3
categories
Theus leads the head-to-head, 3 categories to 0.
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The two-way profile
Smith 4Theus 3
Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Smith wins 4 of 8 attribute battles.
Tale of the tape
12.4
18.5
3.1
3.3
2.1
6.3
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
Smith peak 18.1Theus peak 23.8
The trophy case edge: Smith
1× NBA Champion
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2× NBA All-Star
The verdict
Theus holds the edge, leading in 3 of 3 categories (points / game, rebounds / game, assists / game). Smith answers in the intangibles — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
57Smith · Rotation piece
Balladex Impact Index
60Theus · Solid starter
Card value — head to head
J.R. Smith
$12
Cemented legacy
5-yr outlook+25%
Legacy floor100%
Reggie Theus
$10
Cemented legacy
5-yr outlook+30% ▲
Legacy floor100%
Card verdictJ.R. Smith is the more valuable card today ($12 vs. $10). Reggie Theus carries more projected upside (+30% vs. +25% over five years).
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