Age 35 Stats
Side-by-side comparison at age 35
LeBron James
2018-19 — LAL — 55 games
PPG27.4
RPG8.5
APG8.3
SPG1.3
BPG0.6
FG%50%
3PT%30%
FT%70%
MPG35.2
PER25.6
Win Shares7.2
Michael Jordan
1997-98 — CHI — 82 games
PPG28.7
RPG5.8
APG3.5
SPG1.7
BPG0.5
FG%50%
3PT%20%
FT%80%
MPG38.8
PER25.2
Win Shares15.8
LeBron vs Jordan at Age 35: Analysis
At age 35, LeBron James played for the LAL during the 2018-19 season, averaging 27.4 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 8.3 assists across 55 games. Michael Jordan was with the CHI in 1997-98, putting up 28.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 3.5 assists in 82 games.
In this head-to-head snapshot, Jordan held the scoring edge by 1.3 points per game, and LeBron grabbed more rebounds (8.5 vs 5.8), and LeBron dished out more assists (8.3 vs 3.5).
LeBron shot 50% from the field (strong efficiency) and 30% from three-point range, while Jordan shot 50% (strong efficiency) and 20% from deep. LeBron posted a PER of 25.6 with 7.2 Win Shares; Jordan had a 25.2 PER and 15.8 Win Shares.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who scored more at age 35, LeBron or Jordan?▼
Michael Jordan averaged more points per game at age 35 with 28.7 PPG. LeBron played for the LAL (2018-19) while Jordan played for the CHI (1997-98).
Who was more efficient at age 35?▼
LeBron had the higher PER at age 35: LeBron posted a 25.6 PER on 50% shooting, while Jordan had a 25.2 PER on 50% shooting. LeBron accumulated 7.2 Win Shares compared to Jordan's 15.8.