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Age 39 Stats

Side-by-side comparison at age 39

LeBron James

2022-23LAL55 games

PPG28.9
RPG8.3
APG6.8
SPG0.9
BPG0.6
FG%50%
3PT%30%
FT%80%
MPG35.5
PER23.9
Win Shares5.6

Michael Jordan

2001-02WAS60 games

PPG22.9
RPG5.7
APG5.2
SPG1.4
BPG0.4
FG%40%
3PT%20%
FT%80%
MPG34.9
PER20.7
Win Shares3.3

LeBron vs Jordan at Age 39: Analysis

At age 39, LeBron James played for the LAL during the 2022-23 season, averaging 28.9 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 6.8 assists across 55 games. Michael Jordan was with the WAS in 2001-02, putting up 22.9 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 5.2 assists in 60 games.

In this head-to-head snapshot, LeBron held the scoring edge by 6.0 points per game, and LeBron grabbed more rebounds (8.3 vs 5.7), and LeBron dished out more assists (6.8 vs 5.2).

LeBron shot 50% from the field (strong efficiency) and 30% from three-point range, while Jordan shot 40% (below-average efficiency) and 20% from deep. LeBron posted a PER of 23.9 with 5.6 Win Shares; Jordan had a 20.7 PER and 3.3 Win Shares.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who scored more at age 39, LeBron or Jordan?
LeBron James averaged more points per game at age 39 with 28.9 PPG. LeBron played for the LAL (2022-23) while Jordan played for the WAS (2001-02).
Who was more efficient at age 39?
LeBron had the higher PER at age 39: LeBron posted a 23.9 PER on 50% shooting, while Jordan had a 20.7 PER on 40% shooting. LeBron accumulated 5.6 Win Shares compared to Jordan's 3.3.

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