kobe in 2001 is better than tim duncan in 2014 - FACT
and finals MVP or not Duncan >> Kobe
Kobe was more consistent and dynamic for his career.
From 2001-2013 (13 regular seasons), Kobe Bryant averaged: 28.1 PPG (on 56 TS%), 5.7 RPG, 5.2 APG, 1.6 SPG, 0.5 BPG.In the playoffs he averaged: 28.5 PPG (on 55 TS%), 5.5 RPG, 5.2 APG, 1.5 SPG, 0.5 BPG.
much better than Duncan over any 13 year stretch.
Also Kobe's resume shows that consistent greatness based on his cumulative accolades and stats.
15 time All-NBA Selection - tied for MOST ALL TIME
11 time All-NBA First Team - tied for MOST ALL TIME
9 time All-Defense First Team - tied for MOST ALL TIME
31,700 points (regular season) - 4th ALL TIME
5,640 points (playoffs) - 3rd ALL TIME
only thing Duncan has one Kobe is one more regular season and finals MVP. everything else, Kobe is ahead.