Age 26 Stats
Side-by-side comparison at age 26
LeBron James
2009-10 — CLE — 76 games
PPG29.7
RPG7.3
APG8.6
SPG1.6
BPG1
FG%50%
3PT%30%
FT%80%
MPG39
PER31.1
Win Shares18.5
Michael Jordan
1988-89 — CHI — 81 games
PPG32.5
RPG8
APG8
SPG2.9
BPG0.8
FG%50%
3PT%30%
FT%80%
MPG40.2
PER31.1
Win Shares19.8
LeBron vs Jordan at Age 26: Analysis
At age 26, LeBron James played for the CLE during the 2009-10 season, averaging 29.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.6 assists across 76 games. Michael Jordan was with the CHI in 1988-89, putting up 32.5 points, 8 rebounds, and 8 assists in 81 games.
In this head-to-head snapshot, Jordan held the scoring edge by 2.8 points per game, and Jordan grabbed more rebounds (8 vs 7.3), and LeBron dished out more assists (8.6 vs 8).
LeBron shot 50% from the field (strong efficiency) and 30% from three-point range, while Jordan shot 50% (strong efficiency) and 30% from deep. LeBron posted a PER of 31.1 with 18.5 Win Shares; Jordan had a 31.1 PER and 19.8 Win Shares.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored more at age 26, LeBron or Jordan?▼
Michael Jordan averaged more points per game at age 26 with 32.5 PPG. LeBron played for the CLE (2009-10) while Jordan played for the CHI (1988-89).
Who was more efficient at age 26?▼
Both had the higher PER at age 26: LeBron posted a 31.1 PER on 50% shooting, while Jordan had a 31.1 PER on 50% shooting. LeBron accumulated 18.5 Win Shares compared to Jordan's 19.8.