Age 24 Stats
Side-by-side comparison at age 24
LeBron James
2007-08 — CLE — 75 games
PPG30
RPG7.9
APG7.2
SPG1.8
BPG1.1
FG%50%
3PT%30%
FT%70%
MPG40.4
PER29.1
Win Shares15.2
Michael Jordan
1986-87 — CHI — 82 games
PPG37.1
RPG5.2
APG4.6
SPG2.9
BPG1.5
FG%50%
3PT%20%
FT%90%
MPG40
PER29.8
Win Shares16.9
LeBron vs Jordan at Age 24: Analysis
At age 24, LeBron James played for the CLE during the 2007-08 season, averaging 30 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 7.2 assists across 75 games. Michael Jordan was with the CHI in 1986-87, putting up 37.1 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 4.6 assists in 82 games.
In this head-to-head snapshot, Jordan held the scoring edge by 7.1 points per game, and LeBron grabbed more rebounds (7.9 vs 5.2), and LeBron dished out more assists (7.2 vs 4.6).
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 29.1 with 15.2 Win Shares; Jordan had a 29.8 PER and 16.9 Win Shares.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored more at age 24, LeBron or Jordan?▼
Michael Jordan averaged more points per game at age 24 with 37.1 PPG. LeBron played for the CLE (2007-08) while Jordan played for the CHI (1986-87).
Who was more efficient at age 24?▼
Jordan had the higher PER at age 24: LeBron posted a 29.1 PER on 50% shooting, while Jordan had a 29.8 PER on 50% shooting. LeBron accumulated 15.2 Win Shares compared to Jordan's 16.9.