Bronny James, the son of NBA superstar LeBron James, has just been picked by the Los Angeles Lakers as the 55th overall in the 2024 NBA Draft.
In a landmark moment that happened just minutes ago, Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum announced the selection at ESPN’s Seaport District Studios in Manhattan. This makes LeBron and Bronny the first ever father-son duo to play on the same NBA team.
Nineteen-year-old Bronny James has been the focus of much debate leading up to this year’s draft. Many experts were uncertain about when, or even if, his name would be called.
As a four-star prospect from Sierra Canyon School in California, Bronny had committed to playing college basketball for the USC Trojans. However, his journey hasn’t been easy. Bronny suffered cardiac arrest in July 2023 due to a congenital heart defect. After a period of recovery, he rejoined his team and made a noteworthy 25 appearances in the 2023-24 season, averaging just under five points, three rebounds, and more than two assists per game.
Bronny’s performance at the NBA Combine earlier this year garnered praise, especially for his shooting and defensive skills.
LeBron James has long expressed his dream of playing alongside his son in the NBA. With Bronny now a Laker, it seems almost certain that LeBron will remain with the team. Though he could technically opt out of his current contract and become a free agent, it’s highly unlikely he would pass up this unique opportunity.
With Bronny James joining the Lakers, the NBA will witness its first father-son duo on the same team, making this a historic draft event. LeBron’s longstanding dream is now a reality, and fans are eager to see what this dynamic pair will achieve together.
