Age 34 Stats
Side-by-side comparison at age 34
LeBron James
2017-18 — CLE — 82 games
PPG27.5
RPG8.6
APG9.1
SPG1.4
BPG0.9
FG%50%
3PT%40%
FT%70%
MPG36.9
PER28.6
Win Shares14
Michael Jordan
1996-97 — CHI — 82 games
PPG29.6
RPG5.9
APG4.3
SPG1.7
BPG0.5
FG%50%
3PT%40%
FT%80%
MPG37.9
PER27.8
Win Shares18.3
LeBron vs Jordan at Age 34: Analysis
At age 34, LeBron James played for the CLE during the 2017-18 season, averaging 27.5 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 9.1 assists across 82 games. Michael Jordan was with the CHI in 1996-97, putting up 29.6 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 4.3 assists in 82 games.
In this head-to-head snapshot, Jordan held the scoring edge by 2.1 points per game, and LeBron grabbed more rebounds (8.6 vs 5.9), and LeBron dished out more assists (9.1 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 28.6 with 14 Win Shares; Jordan had a 27.8 PER and 18.3 Win Shares.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored more at age 34, LeBron or Jordan?▼
Michael Jordan averaged more points per game at age 34 with 29.6 PPG. LeBron played for the CLE (2017-18) while Jordan played for the CHI (1996-97).
Who was more efficient at age 34?▼
LeBron had the higher PER at age 34: LeBron posted a 28.6 PER on 50% shooting, while Jordan had a 27.8 PER on 50% shooting. LeBron accumulated 14 Win Shares compared to Jordan's 18.3.