Bronny James is eagerly anticipating joining his father, LeBron James, on the Los Angeles Lakers next season.
The 19-year-old guard showcased his burgeoning talent in the NBA Summer League, scoring 12 points against the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday.
This performance came just two days after Jaylen Brown’s critical remarks about his abilities, and it helped LA secure their first win of the competition. Notably, Bronny also sank his first career three-pointer in the game.
After the game, a clearly exhilarated Bronny spoke about the evolving relationship with his father now that they will be teammates. “It’s a big step for both of us,” Bronny said. “Playing together, going to work together every day is just gonna build on the relationship we already have, build that connection maybe even stronger. I’m excited to get to work about that.”
When asked what he was most looking forward to, Bronny grinned and replied, “Going against each other at practice.” His comments sparked amusement among NBA fans on social media. “Brother your dad is the best player of all time,” one user remarked on X (formerly Twitter). Another quipped, “Bro thinks he has a chance against his dad,” while someone else noted, “Bronny is competitive like his father.”
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Bronny’s performance against the Hawks was a significant improvement. He made four of his first five shots, including his first 3-pointer of the summer on his 17th attempt. He finished the game 5 for 11 from the field and 2 for 5 from beyond the arc.
This was a notable upgrade from his earlier summer performances, where he had struggled with shooting accuracy, entering Wednesday’s game with a 7 for 31 record from the field and 4 for 19 in his two games in Las Vegas.
So far, Bronny’s summer stats include three games in Las Vegas and two earlier at the California Classic in San Francisco. The No. 55 overall pick in this year’s draft is averaging 5.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists, and 1.2 steals per game on 29 percent shooting.
Bronny James had a challenging start to his basketball career, averaging 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game during his single college basketball season at the University of Southern California.
He appeared in the team’s final 25 games, having missed the start of the season due to a procedure to correct a congenital heart defect discovered after he went into cardiac arrest during a workout last summer.
As Bronny prepares to take the court with his father, the excitement and anticipation are palpable. The dynamic duo aims to strengthen their bond both on and off the court, bringing a unique and compelling storyline to the Lakers’ upcoming season.
Fans and analysts alike are eager to see how this father-son partnership will unfold and what new heights they can achieve together in the NBA.
