Can McGrady beat James at the top? Comparing the 20-time career data, the gap is clear at a glance

In the NBA, McGrady and James are both undisputed superstars. McGrady is known for his gorgeous play and amazing talent, while James has dominated the league for many years with his comprehensive skills and super physical fitness. However, McGrady recently said: "James is the best player in the world, but he will be crushed one-on-one." This remark has sparked heated discussions among countless fans and experts. Today, we will compare the data of the two careers to see which of the two superstars is better.

McDy and James have played 20 times in their careers, including 18 regular season games and 2 playoff games. In these games, James achieved a record of 11 wins and 9 losses. In two playoff games, McGrady met James-led Cavaliers in the Finals after joining the Spurs at the end of her career. However, McGrady played for only 15 minutes in these two games and did not score, which affected his overall statistics performance to a certain extent.

McDy maintained a good form during the 2000-2007 season. During this stage, he averaged 26.9 points per game, while also contributing 6.6 rebounds and 5.4 assists, and shooting percentage reached 43.8%. During this time, he won the scoring title twice and was selected for the All-First Team twice. McGrady's technical features were his slender figure, amazing athleticism and numerous offensive methods, which made him one of the most powerful scorers in the league at that time. His signature jump shot and amazing explosive power made him almost omnipotent on the field. In 18 regular season matches, McGrady averaged 18.1 points, 4.4 rebounds and 4.9 assists per game, with a shooting percentage of 41.8%. James gained the upper hand with 24.3 points, 7.6 rebounds and 6.2 assists per game, and his shooting percentage reached 47.5%. Judging from the overall data, James performed better in the fight with McGrady.

However, if we only focus on the showdown between the two at their peak (2003-2008), the situation is different. In these five seasons of matchup, McGrady averaged 29.8 points, 5.1 rebounds and 6.8 assists per game, with a shooting percentage of up to 48.2%. James averaged 25.6 points, 6.6 rebounds and 7.1 assists in the same period, with a shooting percentage of 42.2%. During this period, McGrady's data performance was obviously better, and his scoring ability and offensive efficiency exceeded James's.

McDy's remarks highlighted James' disadvantage in one-on-one matches. Although James performed well in the overall game, his style of playing is more inclined to team basketball. His basketball IQ and passing ability allow him to maximize his advantage in teamwork. In contrast, McGrady's technical characteristics are more suitable for one-on-one duels, and his scoring ability and explosive power make him more threatening in singles. The showdown between McGrady and James is not only a collision of two different basketball styles, but also a reflection of the characteristics of basketball in their respective eras. McGrady's gorgeousness and talent, James' comprehensiveness and stability were fully demonstrated in their fight. Although James has the advantage in the overall fight, his performance at McGrady's peak was equally unforgettable. It is this diversity and competitiveness that makes the NBA's history more colorful. Whether it is McGrath's explosive scoring power or James' overall dominance, it has left countless classic moments for fans, which will be remembered forever in the long history of basketball.