Kobe Bryant vs Michael Jordan: A Statistical Comparison

MJ and Kobe
MJ and Kobe

#5 Shooting percentages

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Wizards Vs Lakers

Michael Jordan is considered as one of the most dangerous shooters of all time and the same could be said about Kobe. Both of these players have great shooting percentages, in the regular season their percentages are very similar with MJ having the upper hand in field goals and Kobe was better in three-pointers as well as free throws.

The Dagger was known for creating his own shots and is a competent three-point shooter. Kobe has great shooting percentage when considering that he has played for 20 seasons straight.

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In the playoffs, however, Jordan was slightly better than Kobe in field goals, three-pointers and free throw percentages as well. The G.O.A.T always gave his best in the playoff series. At the crucial moments, Jordan never missed and improved his overall performance, carrying the team on his back and always led them to victory.

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