Which is better than the peak Kobe or the peak Wade? After watching the record of 20 career matches, the gap is clear at a glance

Imagine this picture: Staples Center, 2 minutes left in the fourth quarter, Kobe held the ball and faced Wade's defense, and his eyes were burning with the desire to win.

This is not a movie plot, it is one of the most classic counterpoints in NBA history. When "Black Mamba" meets "Flash" and when the master of technology flow collides with the talented monster of body, what kind of sparks will be sparked? In 20 regular season matches, Wade actually beat Kobe with a slight advantage of 11 wins and 9 losses! Does this result

subvert your perception?

11 wins and 9 losses: an unexpected result

To be honest, I was also shocked when I first saw this record.

In the minds of most fans, Kobe is the "scoring machine", the existence that can score high scores on anyone's head. Although Wade is also very strong, he always feels that Kobe is better in terms of pure personal abilities.

But the data won't lie: 20 matches, Wade did win 11 times. What does this result tell us? Basketball is never a one-person game! Even if you are a superstar like Kobe, even if you can average 26.1 points per game, if your teammates are not strong and if your tactical system is not perfect, it will still be difficult to win.

Wade was able to gain the upper hand in the fight against Kobe, largely thanks to the overall strength of his teammates and the Heat. Especially in those years, the Heat's defensive system caused a lot of trouble for Kobe.

Data comparison: Two superstars with unique advantages

Let's take a look at the specific performance of the two in these 20 matches:

Kobe's data list:

· Average of 26.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, 4.7 assists

· Average of 26.1 points, 4.1 rebounds, 4.7 assists

· Average of 43.6% from the field, 30.2% from three-point shooting

· Average of 1.2 steals, 0.4 blocks

· Average of 24.3 points, 4.6 rebounds, 6.4 assists

· Average of 45.5% from the field, and 27.3% from the three-point shooting

· 1.9 steals and 1.1 blocks per game

From these numbers, can you see any tricks?

** Kobe is indeed slightly better in scoring, but Wade is more comprehensive in other aspects. ** Especially in assist data, Wade's 6.4 assists were significantly higher than Kobe's 4.7 times, which shows that Wade has done better in organizing offense.

And you see Wade's shooting percentage - 45.5%! Nearly 2 percentage points higher than Kobe. This shows that Wade's choice of action is more reasonable and more efficient. Sometimes, smart play is more effective than gorgeous techniques.

Style Battle: The showdown between technicians vs. physical talent monsters

Kobe and Wade actually represent two completely different basketball philosophy.

Kobe is like a sophisticated Swiss watch, every movement is carefully designed. His backward jump shot, his footsteps, his fake moves... are all textbook-level. Kobe told us: technology can surpass everything.

Do you still remember those classic scenes? Kobe's jump shot in front of Wade, the domineering aura of "I just want to score in front of you"; Kobe's back-to-back singles at a low post, the calmness of using skills to crush his opponent. Every move is like an art performance.

, and Wade is completely different. He is like a bolt of lightning, relying on speed and explosive power. When Wade started the first step, it was difficult for even a defensive expert like Kobe to keep up. Wade proved that sometimes, the simplest weapon is the most deadly.

Wade's fierceness when he broke through was really impressive. He doesn't need too many fancy moves, one can change directions and one accelerate, and he can directly kill to the basket. Moreover, Wade has a very strong physical ability to fight, and he can score the ball even if he is fouled in the air.

Defensive Contest: Two different defensive philosophies

Many people only focus on Kobe and Wade's offense, but in fact their defensive duel is equally exciting.

Kobe's defense is like a candy, so sticky that you can't even get rid of it. He will use his body to fight and consume your physical strength, interfere with your rhythm with small movements, and use experience to predict your next move. Kobe's defense is not based on talent, but on his brain and willpower.

, and Wade's defense relies more on physical talent. Look at his wonderful block highlights, almost all of them are completed with super bounce and reaction speed. As one of the most blocked defenders in history, Wade proved with practical actions what "genius" means.

The difference in the defensive styles of the two actually reflects the differences in their personalities: Kobe is more persistent and paranoid, and Wade is more flexible and agile.

The classic duels we chased together in those years. As an old fan, I still remember those classic duels between Kobe and Wade.

In 2006, the season when Kobe scored 81 points in a single game, every showdown between him and Wade was full of gunpowder. At that time, Kobe was at his peak and his desire to win reached its peak; and Wade had just led the Heat to win the championship, which was the time to be full of energy.

Whenever two people meet on the court, the atmosphere in the entire arena becomes different. Fans know that what they are about to see is not just a game, but also a collision of two basketball cultures.

The pure competition and the desire for victory are hard to see in the current NBA.

Why can Wade gain the upper hand?

Back to the original question: Why can Wade beat Kobe with a record of 11 wins and 9 losses in 20 matches?

I think there are several reasons:

Team basketball vs. Personal heroism. Although Wade has outstanding personal abilities, he knows better how to integrate into the team system. Just look at his 6.4 assists and know that Wade is very clear about when he should score and when he should create opportunities for his teammates.

Efficiency is first. Wade's 45.5% shooting percentage says it all. He will not blindly take action to brush data, but will choose the most confident scoring opportunity.

The influence of the defensive end. Wade's contribution on the defensive end may be greater than the data shows. His enthusiasm and leadership can drive the defensive strength of the entire team.

Of course, this does not mean that Wade is stronger than Kobe. Basketball is a team sport, and the outcome of 20 games cannot be simply used to judge the pros and cons of two players.

written at the end: The microcosm of the two eras

The showdown between Kobe and Wade is actually a microcosm of the two eras.

Kobe represents a pure technological flow, the kind of basketball philosophy of "I want to conquer you with technology"; Wade represents the development direction of modern basketball, paying more attention to efficiency and teamwork.

No matter what the final record is, these two men interpret what greatness is in their own way.

Kobe taught us what persistence is and what perfectionism is; Wade told us what team first is and what smart basketball is.

Now, when we look back at those 20 classic matchups again, we should feel glad: we have the honor to witness the best times of the two legendary players and witness one of the most exciting matchups in NBA history.