Age 33 Stats
Side-by-side comparison at age 33
LeBron James
2016-17 — CLE — 74 games
PPG26.4
RPG8.6
APG8.7
SPG1.2
BPG0.6
FG%50%
3PT%40%
FT%70%
MPG37.8
PER27
Win Shares12.9
Michael Jordan
1995-96 — CHI — 82 games
PPG30.4
RPG6.6
APG4.3
SPG2.2
BPG0.5
FG%50%
3PT%40%
FT%80%
MPG37.7
PER29.4
Win Shares20.4
LeBron vs Jordan at Age 33: Analysis
At age 33, LeBron James played for the CLE during the 2016-17 season, averaging 26.4 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 8.7 assists across 74 games. Michael Jordan was with the CHI in 1995-96, putting up 30.4 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 4.3 assists in 82 games.
In this head-to-head snapshot, Jordan held the scoring edge by 4.0 points per game, and LeBron grabbed more rebounds (8.6 vs 6.6), and LeBron dished out more assists (8.7 vs 4.3).
LeBron shot 50% from the field (strong efficiency) and 40% from three-point range, while Jordan shot 50% (strong efficiency) and 40% from deep. LeBron posted a PER of 27 with 12.9 Win Shares; Jordan had a 29.4 PER and 20.4 Win Shares.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored more at age 33, LeBron or Jordan?▼
Michael Jordan averaged more points per game at age 33 with 30.4 PPG. LeBron played for the CLE (2016-17) while Jordan played for the CHI (1995-96).
Who was more efficient at age 33?▼
Jordan had the higher PER at age 33: LeBron posted a 27 PER on 50% shooting, while Jordan had a 29.4 PER on 50% shooting. LeBron accumulated 12.9 Win Shares compared to Jordan's 20.4.