Age 40 Stats
Side-by-side comparison at age 40
LeBron James
2023-24 — LAL — 71 games
PPG25.7
RPG7.3
APG8.3
SPG1.3
BPG0.5
FG%50%
3PT%40%
FT%80%
MPG35.3
PER23.7
Win Shares8.5
Michael Jordan
2002-03 — WAS — 82 games
PPG20
RPG6.1
APG3.8
SPG1.5
BPG0.5
FG%40%
3PT%30%
FT%80%
MPG37
PER19.3
Win Shares6.2
LeBron vs Jordan at Age 40: Analysis
At age 40, LeBron James played for the LAL during the 2023-24 season, averaging 25.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.3 assists across 71 games. Michael Jordan was with the WAS in 2002-03, putting up 20 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 3.8 assists in 82 games.
In this head-to-head snapshot, LeBron held the scoring edge by 5.7 points per game, and LeBron grabbed more rebounds (7.3 vs 6.1), and LeBron dished out more assists (8.3 vs 3.8).
LeBron shot 50% from the field (strong efficiency) and 40% from three-point range, while Jordan shot 40% (below-average efficiency) and 30% from deep. LeBron posted a PER of 23.7 with 8.5 Win Shares; Jordan had a 19.3 PER and 6.2 Win Shares.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored more at age 40, LeBron or Jordan?▼
LeBron James averaged more points per game at age 40 with 25.7 PPG. LeBron played for the LAL (2023-24) while Jordan played for the WAS (2002-03).
Who was more efficient at age 40?▼
LeBron had the higher PER at age 40: LeBron posted a 23.7 PER on 50% shooting, while Jordan had a 19.3 PER on 40% shooting. LeBron accumulated 8.5 Win Shares compared to Jordan's 6.2.