LeBron James and his family have been a major talking point this basketball offseason, primarily due to son Bronny James’s recent NBA Draft selection.
Now, attention is turning to his younger son, Bryce James.
Bryce competed in the prestigious Peach Jam tournament last week in Augusta, South Carolina. A highlight reel showcasing his performance was posted on social media Monday, quickly garnering significant attention.
The post highlighted Bryce’s impressive moments, stating that he “got his bag” while displaying his ability to drive to the basket, shoot from three-point range, and execute a powerful block on a defender. The viral clip has been viewed by 3.3 million people as of this writing, suggesting Bryce dominated his opposition.
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However, not everyone agrees with this portrayal. College basketball contributor Ant Wright broke down Bryce James’s actual stats from the Peach Jam, presenting a different narrative.
“LeMedia at it again… he was 31% from the field, 17.6% from 3 at Peach Jam,” Wright wrote while reposting the clip. According to the event’s official statistics, Bryce averaged 5.6 points and 2.4 rebounds per game while playing 22.2 minutes per contest. He made only 3-of-17 three-point attempts and connected on 50% of his free throws.
Despite these modest statistics, Bryce James is still considered a legitimate college basketball prospect. Rated as a Top 200 player by 24/7 Sports, he has received offers from schools such as Duquesne and Ohio State.
Many believe he has the potential to surpass his older brother, Bronny, in terms of talent and performance.
Wright’s critique likely targets the media’s portrayal of Bryce rather than Bryce himself as a player. He and others believe that LeBron James played a significant role in the Lakers’ decision to draft Bronny, despite his modest production and a recent major health scare. Wright seems wary of a similar media-driven hype forming around Bryce.
This event at the Peach Jam doesn’t define Bryce’s future as a prospect, but Wright calls for a more truthful representation of his performance. As Bryce continues to develop his skills, the basketball world will be watching closely to see if he can live up to, or even exceed, the family legacy.
