Bronny James, son of NBA legend LeBron James, has been drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers, making history as the first father-son duo to play as teammates in the league.
- June 29, 2024
AceShowbiz - Bronny James, the 19-year-old son of LeBron James, was selected with the 55th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft by the Los Angeles Lakers. This momentous occasion marks the first time a father and son have played as teammates in the NBA.
His mother, Savannah James, shed tears of joy as she handed him his new Lakers cap. The elder James took to Instagram to share a nostalgic photo of Bronny as a child on the sidelines, captioned "Legacy."
Despite facing criticism after a lackluster college season at USC, Bronny has overcome adversity to earn his place on the Lakers roster. He will now need to prove himself at NBA Summer League to secure his spot.
While Bronny has long been touted as a potential NBA prospect, his father, LeBron, has hinted at a desire to play alongside his son before retiring. Now, that dream has become a reality. The two will become the first father-son duo to share the court in the NBA.
The James family's NBA legacy is further solidified by this historic moment. Generational talents like the Currys have left their mark on the league, but none have played on the same team simultaneously.
Bronny's induction into the Lakers comes after he suffered a cardiac arrest during practice at the University of Southern California last year. After spending three days in the hospital, he returned to the court and has since declared for the NBA Draft.
With Bronny now joining his father on the Lakers, the NBA is set for a once-in-a-lifetime experience as the James dynasty continues to make history.
