Paul George vs LeBron James
Paul George vs LeBron James: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Paul George and LeBron James?
Paul George has faced LeBron James multiple times in the playoffs, with their matchups often determining the outcome of series. Their rivalry intensified during the Eastern Conference battles between the Pacers and Heat.
Paul George
Key numbers
- PointsOver 20,000
- ReboundsOver 8,000
- AssistsOver 4,000
- Games PlayedOver 900
Top honours
- NBA All-Star9× (2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023)
- NBA Most Improved Player2013
- Olympic Gold Medal2016 (Team USA)
- All-NBA Team6× (2013, 2014, 2016, 2018, 2019, 2021)
- NBA All-Defensive Team4× (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016)
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LeBron James
Key numbers
- Pointsover 38,000
- Reboundsover 10,000
- Assistsover 10,000
- NBA Finals Appearances10
- NBA All-Star Games22
Top honours
- NBA Champion4 titles (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020)
- NBA Most Valuable Player4 awards (2009, 2010, 2012, 2013)
- NBA Finals MVP4 awards (2012, 2013, 2016, 2020)
- NBA All-Star22 selections
- All-NBA First Team13 selections