Bronny James and LeBron James are set to make history as the first father-son duo to play on the same NBA team. Junior James wants to play to his own capabilities.
Historic NBA Season
The forthcoming NBA season, starting on September 5, 2024, is set to make history. LeBron James and his son Bronny James will become the first father-son duo to play for the Los Angeles Lakers in NBA history.
Bronny’s Perspective and Pressure
Although it will be tough for Bronny to match the performance of his father, he is ready to feel the amplified pressure. During a recent interview, Junior James revealed that he never thought about playing alongside the legend.
Bronny’s Focus
In a press conference on Tuesday, Bronny James, 19, revealed that he never thought about playing alongside his father. He stated that he is focused on playing for his team, regardless of the fear or dream of playing with LeBron.
“I am trying to get my name out for myself,” Bronny told reporters when he was selected by the Lakers in the second round of the draft. His selection was confirmed on June 27.
He added, “I just want to come in and get better every day. I never really had a thought of me going to play with my dad. That’s always there to take part of, but it wasn’t a main focus of mine.”
LeBron and Bronny’s Basketball Journey
LeBron James has been playing for the Los Angeles Lakers since 2018. However, Bronny has signed a contract with the team for the very first time. LeBron James and his son, Bronny James, are both making significant impacts in the world of basketball, albeit at different stages of their careers.
LeBron’s Achievements
LeBron, born in 1984, is a legendary NBA player with four championships and four MVP awards. He also has 18 All-Star selections. LeBron is the NBA’s all-time leading scorer and has eight consecutive NBA Finals appearances.
Bronny’s Emerging Talent
Bronny, born in 2004, is an emerging talent. He excelled at Sierra Canyon School and played a season at USC. He was drafted by the Lakers in 2024 despite overcoming a cardiac arrest.
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