Kobe vs Curry: Career Comparison
Kobe Bryant
Lakers guard. Career line 25.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.7 assists in 1,346 games. Five championships and the 2007-08 MVP.
The career point total and the five championships
Stephen Curry
Warriors guard. Career line 24.8 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 6.3 assists in 1,069 games. MVPs in 2014-15 and 2015-16.
The assist line, the two MVP seasons, and the 2025-26 line
Kobe Bryant's career line is 25.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.7 assists in 1,346 games. Stephen Curry's career line is 24.8 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 6.3 assists in 1,069 games. Kobe won 5 championships and the 2007-08 MVP. Curry won 4 championships and MVPs in 2014-15 and 2015-16. As of October 3, 2026, Curry has not played a 2026-27 regular-season game. Neither is named the better player.
Deciding factor: Neither is named the winner. As of October 3, 2026, Curry has not played a 2026-27 game.
Key fact: Kobe won 5 championships and the 2007-08 MVP. Curry won 4 championships and MVPs in 2014-15 and 2015-16. As of October 3, 2026, Curry has not played a 2026-27 game.
Career points per game: Kobe 25.0, Curry 24.8. Career assists per game: Curry 6.3, Kobe 4.7. Career points: Kobe 33,643 in 1,346 games, Curry 26,528 in 1,069 games. Championships: Kobe 5, Curry 4. MVPs: Kobe in 2007-08. Curry in 2014-15 and 2015-16. 2025-26 regular season: Curry 26.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 4.7 assists in 43 games. Kobe has no 2025-26 season. 2026-27 season: As of October 3, 2026, Curry has not played a regular-season game. There is no 2026-27 forecast.
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Key Differences at a Glance
- Career points:✓ Kobe Bryant wins(33,643 in 1,346 games vs 26,528 in 1,069 games)
- Career assists per game:✓ Stephen Curry wins(6.3 vs 4.7)
- Championships:✓ Kobe Bryant wins(5 vs 4)
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Key Differences
4 attributes compared head-to-head
- 33,643 in 1,346 games(winner)Career points26,528 in 1,069 games
- 4.7Career assists per game6.3(winner)
- 5(winner)Championships4
- 2007-08MVP seasons2014-15 and 2015-16(winner)
- Career points
Kobe Bryant
33,643 in 1,346 games(winner)
Stephen Curry
26,528 in 1,069 games
- Career assists per game
Kobe Bryant
4.7
Stephen Curry
6.3(winner)
- Championships
Kobe Bryant
5(winner)
Stephen Curry
4
- MVP seasons
Kobe Bryant
2007-08
Stephen Curry
2014-15 and 2015-16(winner)
Full Comparison
| Attribute | Kobe Bryant | Stephen Curry |
|---|---|---|
| Career points | 33,643(winner) | 26,528 |
| Championships | 5(winner) | 4 |
| Points per game | 25.0(winner) | 24.8 |
| Rebounds per game | 5.2(winner) | 4.7 |
| Assists per game | 4.7 | 6.3(winner) |
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| 2025-26 points per game | No 2025-26 season | 26.6 in 43 games(winner) |
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Pros & Cons
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Frequently Asked Questions
6 questions
Kobe, in 20 seasons and 1,346 games: 33,643 points, at 25.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game. Curry, in 17 seasons and 1,069 games: 26,528 points, at 24.8 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game. Both are Basketball-Reference career averages.
Kobe won 5 NBA championships, plus 2 Finals MVPs and the 2007-08 MVP. Curry won 4 NBA championships, plus the 2021-22 Finals MVP and MVPs in 2014-15 and 2015-16.
Curry played 43 games, 41 starts, at 30.9 minutes: 26.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 4.7 assists. His 2025-26 award is All-Star. Kobe has no 2025-26 season.
No. As of October 3, 2026, Curry has not played a 2026-27 regular-season game. He plays for the Golden State Warriors.
Kobe made 18 All-Star teams, with 15 All-NBA selections and 12 All-Defensive selections. Curry made 12 All-Star teams and 11 All-NBA teams.
Neither is named the better player. Kobe has the longer career, 33,643 points, and 5 championships. Curry has the higher assist average, 4 championships, and two MVP seasons (Basketball-Reference). Curry has not played a 2026-27 game.
Analysis: Kobe Bryant vs Stephen Curry
Kobe Bryant's career line is 25.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.7 assists in 1,346 games. Stephen Curry's career line is 24.8 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 6.3 assists in 1,069 games. Kobe won 5 championships. Curry won 4. Neither is named the better player.
2026-27 season. Stats as of October 3, 2026. Curry has not played a 2026-27 regular-season game.
Career. Kobe was born August 23, 1978, stood 6-6 and 212 pounds, was drafted 13th overall by Charlotte in 1996, and debuted November 3, 1996. He played 20 seasons and 1,346 games, scored 33,643 points, and his seasons were with the Lakers. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame as a player in 2020. Bryant retired after the 2015-16 season and died on January 26, 2020. Curry was born March 14, 1988, stands 6-2 and 185 pounds, was drafted 7th overall by Golden State in 2009, and debuted October 28, 2009. He has played 17 seasons and 1,069 games, scored 26,528 points, and plays for the Golden State Warriors.
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2025-26 regular season. Curry played 43 games at 30.9 minutes: 26.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 4.7 assists, and was an All-Star. In 2024-25 he played 70 games at 24.5 points per game.
Honors. Kobe: 18 All-Star selections, 2 scoring titles, 5 championships, 15 All-NBA selections, 12 All-Defensive selections, the 2007-08 MVP, 2 Finals MVPs, and the Hall of Fame. Curry: 12 All-Star selections, 2 scoring titles, 4 championships, 11 All-NBA selections, MVPs in 2014-15 and 2015-16, and the 2021-22 Finals MVP.
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Kobe Bryant on Wikipedia (opens in new tab)
Lakers guard. Career line 25.0 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.7 assists in 1,346 games. Five championships and the 2007-08 MVP.
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Stephen Curry on Wikipedia (opens in new tab)
Warriors guard. Career line 24.8 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 6.3 assists in 1,069 games. MVPs in 2014-15 and 2015-16.
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Basketball-Reference: Kobe Bryant (opens in new tab)
Career 25.0 / 5.2 / 4.7 in 1,346 games, 33,643 points. 5 championships and the 2007-08 MVP.
Basketball-Reference: Stephen Curry (opens in new tab)
Career 24.8 / 4.7 / 6.3 in 1,069 games. 2025-26: 26.6 points in 43 games. MVP-1 in 2014-15 and 2015-16.
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