LeBron and Bronny James made NBA history on Thursday by becoming the first father-son duo to play in the league at the same time after the Lakers picked Bronny in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft.
Celebration and Emotional Moments
At a cozy dinner in New York with family and friends, Bronny shared his joy on Instagram, saying he felt “Beyond blessed.” LeBron led a champagne toast, emotional about this historic moment. He emphasized how significant this achievement was for him.
The journey continues. Welcome to the big stage, Bronny.
— Nike Basketball (@nikebasketball)
Lakers’ Management Reacts
The Lakers’ vice president highlighted how special this event is. “In NBA history, no father and son have played together. This could be magical,” said Rob Pelinka. He also mentioned that if LeBron stays with the team next season, they would make history in Lakers colors.
Bronny’s College Performance
During his only season at USC, Bronny averaged 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game but joined midseason after recovering from cardiac arrest. Despite these challenges, he shined during the Draft Combine in Chicago with excellent agility drills and three-point shooting.
Fans believe that hard work pays off!
Character and Skills
Lakers executives praised Bronny’s character and work ethic as key reasons for drafting him. They see these qualities as essential for their developmental squad.
Anthony Davis’ Approval
Before Thursday’s draft pick, Anthony Davis supported selecting Bronny due to his defensive skills and playmaking abilities. “He reads the floor well and makes smart passes,” Davis noted.
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Davis added that despite being under pressure because of his dad’s fame, Bronny wants to create his own path: “He doesn’t want to be just seen as LeBron’s son.”
Who knows? Maybe he’ll shine brightly soon!
Upcoming Opportunities
Bronny will get a chance to show his talents during the NBA Summer League starting in two weeks when the Lakers face off against Houston Rockets on July 12th in Las Vegas.
