Age 23 Stats
Side-by-side comparison at age 23
LeBron James
2006-07 — CLE — 78 games
PPG27.3
RPG6.7
APG6
SPG1.6
BPG0.7
FG%50%
3PT%30%
FT%70%
MPG40.9
PER24.5
Win Shares13.7
Michael Jordan
1985-86 — CHI — 18 games
PPG22.7
RPG3.6
APG2.9
SPG2.1
BPG1.2
FG%50%
3PT%20%
FT%80%
MPG25.1
PER27.5
Win Shares1.5
LeBron vs Jordan at Age 23: Analysis
At age 23, LeBron James played for the CLE during the 2006-07 season, averaging 27.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 6 assists across 78 games. Michael Jordan was with the CHI in 1985-86, putting up 22.7 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.9 assists in 18 games.
In this head-to-head snapshot, LeBron held the scoring edge by 4.6 points per game, and LeBron grabbed more rebounds (6.7 vs 3.6), and LeBron dished out more assists (6 vs 2.9).
LeBron shot 50% from the field (strong efficiency) and 30% from three-point range, while Jordan shot 50% (strong efficiency) and 20% from deep. LeBron posted a PER of 24.5 with 13.7 Win Shares; Jordan had a 27.5 PER and 1.5 Win Shares.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored more at age 23, LeBron or Jordan?▼
LeBron James averaged more points per game at age 23 with 27.3 PPG. LeBron played for the CLE (2006-07) while Jordan played for the CHI (1985-86).
Who was more efficient at age 23?▼
Jordan had the higher PER at age 23: LeBron posted a 24.5 PER on 50% shooting, while Jordan had a 27.5 PER on 50% shooting. LeBron accumulated 13.7 Win Shares compared to Jordan's 1.5.