Age 25 Stats
Side-by-side comparison at age 25
LeBron James
2008-09 — CLE — 81 games
PPG28.4
RPG7.6
APG7.2
SPG1.7
BPG1.1
FG%50%
3PT%30%
FT%80%
MPG37.7
PER31.7
Win Shares20.3
Michael Jordan
1987-88 — CHI — 82 games
PPG35
RPG5.5
APG5.9
SPG3.2
BPG1.6
FG%50%
3PT%10%
FT%80%
MPG40.4
PER31.7
Win Shares21.2
LeBron vs Jordan at Age 25: Analysis
At age 25, LeBron James played for the CLE during the 2008-09 season, averaging 28.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 7.2 assists across 81 games. Michael Jordan was with the CHI in 1987-88, putting up 35 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 5.9 assists in 82 games.
In this head-to-head snapshot, Jordan held the scoring edge by 6.6 points per game, and LeBron grabbed more rebounds (7.6 vs 5.5), and LeBron dished out more assists (7.2 vs 5.9).
LeBron shot 50% from the field (strong efficiency) and 30% from three-point range, while Jordan shot 50% (strong efficiency) and 10% from deep. LeBron posted a PER of 31.7 with 20.3 Win Shares; Jordan had a 31.7 PER and 21.2 Win Shares.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored more at age 25, LeBron or Jordan?▼
Michael Jordan averaged more points per game at age 25 with 35 PPG. LeBron played for the CLE (2008-09) while Jordan played for the CHI (1987-88).
Who was more efficient at age 25?▼
Both had the higher PER at age 25: LeBron posted a 31.7 PER on 50% shooting, while Jordan had a 31.7 PER on 50% shooting. LeBron accumulated 20.3 Win Shares compared to Jordan's 21.2.