Greatest Duke Basketball Players of All Time
Johnny Dawkins or Elton Brand

Pick Your Favorite

JOHNNY DAWKINS

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ELTON BRAND
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Why This Battle Matters

Ever wondered who would win in a clash of Duke titans? Enter the court where Johnny Dawkins, the poetic playmaker with a finesse that turns basketball into ballet, faces off against Elton Brand, the powerhouse whose sheer force could alter the physics of a basketball. It's a classic duel of elegance versus energy, finesse versus force. What’s at stake? Not just bragging rights, but a definitive answer to what truly makes a Duke player great. Is it the grace under pressure or the unstoppable power? Your favorite not only reflects who should be crowned but what qualities you treasure in the game of basketball.

🔥 Fan Takes

tbh can't decide...both are legends but Brand just hits different 🤷‍♂️
Elton Brand? More like Elton Bland lol but fr he wipes the floor with Dawkins.
Johnny Dawkins is the GOAT, no cap. Those were the days, man.

How Fans Are Voting

In this battle:

Fans currently prefer Elton Brand over Johnny Dawkins when it comes to the greatest Duke Basketball Players of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Elton Brand 57.1% of the time over Johnny Dawkins.

Across all battles:

Elton Brand win rate: 40.0%

Johnny Dawkins win rate: 32.6%

Fan FAQs

Why is this matchup such a big debate among Duke's greatest players?

This debate is heated because it pits two different eras of Duke basketball against each other. It's a classic clash of Johnny Dawkins’ swift, scoring finesse versus Elton Brand's powerful, dominating presence on the court.

Why do fans love Johnny Dawkins?

Johnny Dawkins is a beloved figure for his electrifying play and the way he set the stage for Duke's success in the late 80s. His speed and scoring ability have left a lasting impression on fans!

Who is better: Johnny Dawkins or Elton Brand?

In the current voting, Elton Brand is leading, but it's a pretty close call! Fans seem to lean towards Elton for his dominant inside game and his powerhouse performances during his time at Duke.