LeBron James vs Kobe Bryant: A Complete Comparison

Career Accolades

Los Angeles Lakers Victory Parade

LeBron James:

4x MVP, 14x All Star, 3x NBA Champion, 3x Finals MVP, 12x All-NBA first team, 2x All-NBA second team, 5x All-Defensive first team, 1x All-Defensive second team, 1x scoring champion, Rookie of the Year.

Kobe Bryant:

1x MVP, 18x All Star, 5x NBA Champion, 2x Finals MVP, 11x All-NBA first team, 2x All-NBA second team, 2x All-NBA third team, 9x All-Defensive first team, 3x All-Defensive second team, 2x scoring champion.

So, which is the better-looking resume? Kobe has the extra championships, but, as has been the case for most of this analysis, LeBron has topped him nearly everywhere else. Kobe has had more team success, but LeBron has seen much more success as an individual with his four MVP awards. Kobe gains an edge with twice as many all-defensive selections including four extra first team selections. LeBron in his prime was an incredible defender thanks to his athleticism and size, but his defensive prime didn't last long; Kobe's defensive work ethic made him one of the best defenders of his era.

Kobe's resume looks better right now, but LeBron will most likely surpass him as he continues making all-star teams, all-NBA teams, and he might even have room on his trophy cabinet for another MVP award or championship ring.