Age 28 Stats
Side-by-side comparison at age 28
LeBron James
2011-12 — MIA — 62 games
PPG27.1
RPG7.9
APG6.2
SPG1.9
BPG0.8
FG%50%
3PT%40%
FT%80%
MPG37.5
PER30.7
Win Shares14.5
Michael Jordan
1990-91 — CHI — 82 games
PPG31.5
RPG6
APG5.5
SPG2.7
BPG1
FG%50%
3PT%30%
FT%90%
MPG37
PER31.6
Win Shares20.3
LeBron vs Jordan at Age 28: Analysis
At age 28, LeBron James played for the MIA during the 2011-12 season, averaging 27.1 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 6.2 assists across 62 games. Michael Jordan was with the CHI in 1990-91, putting up 31.5 points, 6 rebounds, and 5.5 assists in 82 games.
In this head-to-head snapshot, Jordan held the scoring edge by 4.4 points per game, and LeBron grabbed more rebounds (7.9 vs 6), and LeBron dished out more assists (6.2 vs 5.5).
LeBron shot 50% from the field (strong efficiency) and 40% from three-point range, while Jordan shot 50% (strong efficiency) and 30% from deep. LeBron posted a PER of 30.7 with 14.5 Win Shares; Jordan had a 31.6 PER and 20.3 Win Shares.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored more at age 28, LeBron or Jordan?▼
Michael Jordan averaged more points per game at age 28 with 31.5 PPG. LeBron played for the MIA (2011-12) while Jordan played for the CHI (1990-91).
Who was more efficient at age 28?▼
Jordan had the higher PER at age 28: LeBron posted a 30.7 PER on 50% shooting, while Jordan had a 31.6 PER on 50% shooting. LeBron accumulated 14.5 Win Shares compared to Jordan's 20.3.