, huh? Cool! These two guys are absolutely killing it in the NBA right now. They’re both super talented and always put on a show. But who’s better, you ask? Well, let’s dive into their stats and see what we can find out.
First off, let’s talk about their scoring. Doncic is a scoring machine. He’s averaging almost 30 points a game, and he’s known for his crazy handles and clutch shots. He’s also got a real knack for drawing fouls, which helps him rack up the points. Gilgeous-Alexander, on the other hand, is a smooth operator. He’s got a silky-smooth jumper and he’s always in control. He’s also a great finisher at the rim. But even though he’s not scoring as much as Doncic, he’s still putting up huge numbers.
Now let’s talk about assists. Doncic is a true playmaker. He’s averaging almost 10 assists a game, which is really impressive considering how much he scores. He’s always looking to find his teammates for open shots, and he’s got a real eye for finding the open man. Gilgeous-Alexander is a great scorer, but he’s not as much of a pass-first guy. He’s more focused on getting his own shot, but he can definitely dish the ball out when needed.
And then there’s rebounding. Doncic’s got good size for a guard and he uses it to his advantage on the boards. He’s grabbing almost 10 rebounds a game, which is a pretty solid number. Gilgeous-Alexander is a little smaller, but he’s got good instincts on the boards and he’s not afraid to mix it up with the bigger guys.
So, who comes out on top? Well, it’s really close, but I’d say Doncic has a slight edge. He’s a more complete player and he’s got a higher ceiling. But don’t count Gilgeous-Alexander out. He’s young and he’s only going to get better.
Let’s take a look at their season averages for the past two seasons in a table, just to see where they stack up against each other:
| Category | Luka Doncic (2023-2024) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2023-2024) | Luka Doncic (2022-2023) | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2022-2023) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Points | 29.8 | 31.4 | 28.4 | 30.9 |
| Rebounds | 10.3 | 4.8 | 9.1 | 4.7 |
| Assists | 9.0 | 5.5 | 8.6 | 5.9 |
| Steals | 1.0 | 1.6 | 1.0 | 1.7 |
| Blocks | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.3 |
| Field Goal % | 48.5% | 51.0% | 49.2% | 50.8% |
| Three-Point % | 33.7% | 34.4% | 34.9% | 38.7% |
| Free Throw % | 74.2% | 87.6% | 77.1% | 88.3% |
As you can see, they’re both beasts. But Doncic is a little more well-rounded, while Gilgeous-Alexander is just a ridiculously efficient scorer.
So what do you think? Who’s your pick? I’m curious to hear what you think!
