Age 27 Stats
Side-by-side comparison at age 27
LeBron James
2010-11 — MIA — 79 games
PPG26.7
RPG7.5
APG7
SPG1.6
BPG0.6
FG%50%
3PT%30%
FT%80%
MPG38.8
PER27.3
Win Shares15.6
Michael Jordan
1989-90 — CHI — 82 games
PPG33.6
RPG6.9
APG6.3
SPG2.8
BPG0.7
FG%50%
3PT%40%
FT%80%
MPG39
PER31.2
Win Shares19
LeBron vs Jordan at Age 27: Analysis
At age 27, LeBron James played for the MIA during the 2010-11 season, averaging 26.7 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 7 assists across 79 games. Michael Jordan was with the CHI in 1989-90, putting up 33.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 6.3 assists in 82 games.
In this head-to-head snapshot, Jordan held the scoring edge by 6.9 points per game, and LeBron grabbed more rebounds (7.5 vs 6.9), and LeBron dished out more assists (7 vs 6.3).
LeBron shot 50% from the field (strong efficiency) and 30% from three-point range, while Jordan shot 50% (strong efficiency) and 40% from deep. LeBron posted a PER of 27.3 with 15.6 Win Shares; Jordan had a 31.2 PER and 19 Win Shares.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored more at age 27, LeBron or Jordan?▼
Michael Jordan averaged more points per game at age 27 with 33.6 PPG. LeBron played for the MIA (2010-11) while Jordan played for the CHI (1989-90).
Who was more efficient at age 27?▼
Jordan had the higher PER at age 27: LeBron posted a 27.3 PER on 50% shooting, while Jordan had a 31.2 PER on 50% shooting. LeBron accumulated 15.6 Win Shares compared to Jordan's 19.