Caitlin Clark is always trending.
Bronny James, the former USC guard, is poised with anticipation as he hopes to have his name called during the second round of the NBA Draft on Thursday night.
Recently featured in a TikTok video alongside other draft hopefuls, James participated in a series of discussions framed by the classic “start, bench, cut” format—a game that challenges players to make tough decisions between three options.
In one particular segment, the focus shifted to the WNBA, and James was tasked with making a decision among three prominent figures: Sue Bird, A’ja Wilson, and Caitlin Clark.
His choices were telling of his respect for their talents and careers. James expressed that he would start Sue Bird, recognizing her as one of the all-time great point guards in women’s basketball. He chose to bench A’ja Wilson, arguably the WNBA’s best player currently, and reluctantly cut Caitlin Clark, the standout rookie of the season.
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This decision reflects a nuanced understanding of basketball legacies and current impact.
While Sue Bird’s storied career makes her a natural choice to start, Wilson’s dominant present form makes her indispensable, albeit on the bench in this hypothetical scenario.
The choice to cut Clark, despite her impressive debut season, highlights the tough decisions athletes must make in such theoretical discussions.
Clark, as a rookie, has already demonstrated her ability to compete at the highest level, even though she has faced challenges like turnovers, a common issue for high-usage newcomers.
Looking ahead to his potential future in the NBA, Bronny James is considered more of a developmental prospect than an immediate game-changer like Clark.
With realistic expectations set for his entry into the league, James’s draft prospects seem tied to the Los Angeles Lakers and Phoenix Suns, having worked out exclusively for these two teams. The Suns hold the No. 51 pick, and the Lakers possess the No. 55 pick in the draft.
As the NBA Draft continues into its second day—a first in its history—there is eager anticipation to see whether Bronny James will join his father LeBron James’ legacy in the NBA by being selected by one of these franchises.
This moment will be a significant milestone not only for Bronny but for the James family and the teams involved.
