James Harden vs Magic Johnson: head-to-head statistical comparison
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Balladex DNA ratings (0–99). Johnson wins 6 of 8 attribute battles.
James Harden vs Magic Johnson stats
Career scoring arc points per game · by season
Awards & honors edge: Johnson
Who is better: Harden or Johnson?
Johnson holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (rebounds / game, assists / game). Harden answers in points / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
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James Harden vs Magic Johnson: FAQ
Who is better, James Harden or Magic Johnson?
Johnson holds the edge, leading in 2 of 3 categories (rebounds / game, assists / game). Harden answers in points / game — which is exactly why this is the marquee debate.
Who has more points / game, James Harden or Magic Johnson?
James Harden: 24.0 to Magic Johnson's 19.5 (Points / game (career)).
Who has more rebounds / game, James Harden or Magic Johnson?
Magic Johnson: 7.2 to James Harden's 5.6 (Rebounds / game (career)).
What awards have James Harden and Magic Johnson won?
James Harden: 1× NBA MVP (2018), 3× NBA scoring champion, 11× NBA All-Star. Magic Johnson: 5× NBA Champion, 3× NBA MVP, 3× Finals MVP, 12× NBA All-Star.
How does Balladex decide who wins?
Each shared stat is a category; the player ahead in more of them leads. Here that is 1–2. Stats and awards are real; the verdict is arithmetic on them, not an opinion.