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Kobe Bryant vs Dirk Nowitzki
Which player? Pick one and see how the world splits.
- Kobe Bryant Los Angeles Lakers · 1978–2020 57% · #5 in the world
- Dirk Nowitzki Dallas Mavericks · 1978– 43% · #16 in the world
What the votes say
The world picks Kobe Bryant over Dirk Nowitzki, 57% to 43%. Kobe Bryant is #5 of the 250 NBA players in the world ranking, and #3 of the 14 of the Los Angeles Lakers. Dirk Nowitzki is #16, and #1 of the 6 of the Dallas Mavericks.
Side by side
| Kobe Bryant | Dirk Nowitzki | |
|---|---|---|
| World rank | #5 | #16 |
| Team | Los Angeles Lakers | Dallas Mavericks |
| Born | 1978 | 1978 |