In regards to the Kobe-Duncan debate

[SouBeachTalents]

Is this extremely basic breakdown an accurate depiction of how they compared during their careers?

'98-'05, Duncan was better
'06-'13, Kobe was better

Would anyone disagree with the above in terms of either 8 year period?

[Shep]

I would definitely disagree. Bryant was better than Duncan in 2000, 2001, and from 2008 - 2012 inclusive, all other years Duncan was better.

[He Strong]

Is this extremely basic breakdown an accurate depiction of how they compared during their careers?

'98-'05, Duncan was better
'06-'13, Kobe was better

Would anyone disagree with the above in terms of either 8 year period?

I think by 2013 Duncan was better again. Kobe put up better stats, but Duncan's D and not being a liability to his team made him better. Otherwise, seems accurate to me.

[He Strong]

I would definitely disagree. Bryant was better than Duncan in 2000, 2001, and from 2008 - 2012 inclusive, all other years Duncan was better.

In no way was Kobe better in 2000. 2001 is arguable, but I still have Duncan.

[Shep]

In no way was Kobe better in 2000. 2001 is arguable, but I still have Duncan.

actually he was. it was close, but Bryant was infact better

[ShawkFactory]

I would definitely disagree. Bryant was better than Duncan in 2000, 2001, and from 2008 - 2012 inclusive, all other years Duncan was better.

[He Strong]

actually he was. it was close, but Bryant was infact better

Based on what? A good playoff series while Duncan was out with injury? Duncan was clearly better that year and just happened to not be able to play in the playoffs.

[Shep]

Based on what? A good playoff series?

lol no, based on being the best perimeter defender in the league, most clutch player in the league, second best player on an all-time great team etc. Bryant played his role to perfection - this was before his head got too big and he wanted to shoot every possession.

[ShawkFactory]

lol no, based on being the best perimeter defender in the league, most clutch player in the league, second best player on an all-time great team etc. Bryant played his role to perfection - this was before his head got too big and he wanted to shoot every possession.

McHale and Pippen > Duncan

[Shep]

McHale and Pippen > Duncan

McHale was never better than '00 Duncan

Pippen was better than '00 Duncan on a number of occasions.

[ShawkFactory]

McHale was never better than '00 Duncan

Pippen was better than '00 Duncan on a number of occasions.

I think you kinda missed the point.

It's like interacting with a German Shepherd. Smart, but not as smart as a human being.

[Spurs5Rings2014]

It's like interacting with a German Shepherd. Smart, but not as smart as a human being.

[Shep]

I think you kinda missed the point.

It's like interacting with a German Shepherd. Smart, but not as smart as a human being.

Actually you had a pathetic "point" and I destroyed it. Why did you highlight one of the aspects I mentioned and then bring up 2 players who didn't fit into the other categories? Feeble post by an obvious mental midget.

[RoundMoundOfReb]

I would consider Duncan over Kobe in 2012 & 2013 but other that you're right. Also Duncan has been better since.

[Smoke117]

My deep, involved thoughts on this debate: Tim Duncan >>>>>>>> Kobe Bryant.