Who is better, James or Durant? The US media compares the abilities of the two in five dimensions: KD narrowly beat James 3-2

On October 13, there are still 9 days left before the start of the new NBA regular season. Earlier today, BR reporter Andy Bailey compared Durant and James from five dimensions: shooting, organization, defense, endurance and key balls. In the end, Durant defeated James 3-2.

In terms of shooting, Andy Bailey gave Durant's name. In last season, Durant handed over efficient data of 57.4% two-pointers, 43.0% three-pointers, and 83.9% free throws. However, James has lagged behind Durant significantly in field goal percentage, three-point field goal percentage, free throw percentage, and effective field goal percentage in the past five years.

In terms of organization, Andy Bailey believes that James is stronger. Just like shooting is for Durant, organizational ability is the absolute domain of James. He is one of the most outstanding offensive creators, passing masters and turn controllers in the history of basketball. Durant's career average of 4.4 assists per game is qualified, but James (career average of 7.4 assists per game) is often compared with Magic Johnson and Jokic. This season, he is even expected to surpass Kidd in total assists and rise to third place in history.

In the defensive aspect, Andy Bailey believes that Durant is better now. This is the most difficult part to determine the winner. The growth of age makes the two men's dominance on the defensive end decline. Durant has averaged one block per game in the past three seasons, while James can still average 6+ defensive rebounds per game. The difference lies in subjective judgment: James has often shown "resistance" defensively in recent years, while Durant is more focused. The latter's height (211cm) and wingspan (226cm) make him more intimidating when protecting the basket, and his overall defensive influence may be better.

In the field of battery life, Andy Bailey still gave Durant's name. This item is closely related to defensive performance. Last season, Durant's average moving distance per game, defensive movement speed and other data were better than James, and his fighting data was even more comprehensive. The age gap is a key factor: James is about to turn 41, and his risk of physical decline is much higher than that of 37-year-old Durant.

In the field of key balls, Andy Bailey gave James' name. The clues can be seen through comparison of data at key moments last season (within 5 points in the last 5 minutes). Durant: 44.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, 4.0 assists, 2.7 blocks, 1.8 turnovers and 0.0 steals per 100 possessions, with three shooting percentages of 47.7%/33.3%/93.8%. James: 39.2 points, 10.8 rebounds, 8.6 assists, 2.3 blocks, 3.2 turnovers and 1.4 steals per 100 possessions, with three shooting percentages of 51.8%/39.3%/81.8%.

In the end, Durant won 3 items and James won two. Do you agree with these five comparisons given by Andy Bailey? Welcome to give your opinions in the comment area.

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