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Hype is a great way to bring excitement in any professional sports league. Once in a while, an enticing NBA rookie becomes the center of the hype. While this becomes a good way to make an NBA dream come true, it isn’t always great for the player. Any basketball fan would agree that a hyped […]

Entering the last exhibition on the preseason schedule, Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James saved his best for last, finishing with 17 points on 7-for-17 attempts (1-for-5 from deep), four rebounds, three steals, one assist, and one block in a 132-74 blowout loss to the Golden State Warriors. Then, Bronny and his dad, LeBron James, […]

The new NBA season officially tips off on October 22, and the Los Angeles Lakers will play the Minnesota Timberwolves on opening night. Likewise, both teams are eager to pit their new coaches and rosters against each other, as rookie Lakers coach JJ Redick plays his first regular-season game while the Wolves play their first […]

In a week fueled by Phoenix Suns players clapping back on social media, shooting guard Devin Booker found himself caught in a rumor about Bronny James during the Suns’ 128-122 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. Cameras caught Booker saying “He’s just no good” after James missed two straight free throws. However, the Phoenix guard […]

Even with Bronny James’s explosion in Friday’s preseason finale, the Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard has been under the microscope of scrutiny since he was drafted. However, he has support from a legendary place: Magic Johnson. He took to X and revealed who he can be most like in his rookie season. “Basketball fans, Bronny […]

Rookie Bronny James and the Los Angeles Lakers ended their preseason with a 132-74 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Friday, but the game’s outcome isn’t what most fans are talking about the morning after. Instead, it’s James’ 17-point performance in the best version we’ve seen from LeBron James’ son thus far. After Bronny’s […]

While on his The Big Podcast with co-host Adam Lefkoe, Shaquille O’Neal admitted to having some “professional jealousy” about LeBron James and Bronny James forming the first father-son duo to play in the NBA. “I strive off of professional jealousy. I’m jealous a little bit. My son was in that position. Life is all about […]

The Los Angeles Lakers finished their preseason with an 128-122 overtime win versus the Phoenix Suns, where Anthony Davis shot 4-5 from three in the first quarter, along the way to 35 points. Moreover, their No. 17 draft pick Dalton Knecht erupted for 35 points in 32 minutes, the other rookie Bronny James also nearly […]

There will be many NBA firsts for Bronny James that are celebrated in the coming weeks, but his first flagrant foul is not one of them. The Los Angeles Lakers rookie drew a whistle following a scary exchange at the basket in Thursday’s 128-122 overtime preseason win over the Phoenix Suns. He collided with a […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have too many guards. If it seems like they always have too many guards, it’s because they almost always do. According to various reports and league sources, Rob Pelinka tried to address this issue over the summer, but ran into a few roadblocks and now, once again, the roster is undersized […]

The worst-kept secret of the NBA Draft was that the Los Angeles Lakers would select the attention-grabbing LeBron ‘Bronny’ James Jr. after LeBron James signed a contract extension. Unfortunately, the worst-case scenario was hard to ignore after James Jr. fell out during a college practice. A cardiac arrest emergency was eventually diagnosed as a treatable heart […]

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James is making the most of the offseason, gracing the cover of the latest issue of Men’s Health magazine. As the cover model, the younger James gives an interview about playing with his superstar father LeBron James, his cardiac arrest at USC, and improving himself as a basketball player. You […]

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James is not having the best NBA preseason. James is struggling to get the ball in the basket. He has a plan, however, on how to fix it as he gets more experience. Bronny James on his preseason so far: “I feel good. The numbers could be better. I just […]

DeMarcus Cousins, a former four-time NBA All-Star, didn’t hold back his criticism of the Los Angeles Lakers’ decision to draft Bronny James, the son of LeBron James, in the second round of this past summer’s NBA Draft. In an appearance on FanDuel’s Run It Back with host Michelle Beadle, Cousins expressed disappointment with the direction […]

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick hopes to mold Bronny James into a defensive specialist. The first-year coach is making it a priority for the organization to be better on defense, per Lakers Nation’s Corey Hansford. “He’s really encouraging, especially for the younger guys like myself,” James said. “He’s just trying to push us […]

The internet erupted because LeBron and Bronny James did a thing. The Los Angeles Lakers’ duo is seeking to partner with Activision, makers of the Call of Duty video game franchise, to get Bronny a “skin.” For those unawares, a skin is a video game feature that can be a unique player outfit or character […]

After beating the Milwaukee Bucks 107-102 in their third exhibition, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and head coach JJ Redick praised Exhibit-10 rookie Quincy Olivari for his efficient shooting. At the same time, the Lakers’ second-round pick, Bronny James, turned in yet another abysmal performance as his struggles continued. Los Angeles is 2-1 in […]

Despite some positive reports coming out of training camp, the first two preseason games have done no favors for Bronny James’ fan perception. Nevertheless, there remains plenty of hullabaloo surrounding his eventual regular-season debut for the Los Angeles Lakers. After all, when he steps on the court alongside his father, LeBron James, it will be […]

The Los Angeles Lakers had an eventful 2024 offseason that was largely highlighted by the arrival of former USC basketball guard Bronny James. Bronny, the son of LeBron and Savannah, suffered a scary cardiac arrest during the summer before his freshman season. Fortunately, he fully recovered and continued chasing his NBA endeavors. However, Bronny’s parents […]

The Los Angeles Lakers selected LeBron James’ son, Bronny James, 55th overall in the 2024 NBA draft this past summer. He’s joined his dad in the Association, although there is a good chance that Bronny will spend time in the G-League in his rookie campaign. Regardless, it’s truly remarkable that the youngster gets to play […]

LeBron James couldn’t have predicted 15 years ago that one day he and his son Bronny would suit up together for the Los Angeles Lakers. But he did seem to know Bronny would follow in his footsteps to the NBA. LeBron recalled watching his son, at just five or six years old, in an Akron […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ decision to draft Bronny James, the son of NBA superstar LeBron James, had been quietly taking shape for months, despite the complexities surrounding his development. Lakers General Manager Rob Pelinka’s attendance at Bronny’s USC debut in December against Long Beach State signaled the franchise’s early interest. According to ESPN’s Dave McMenamin, […]

Bronny James has not exactly been lighting it up during the NBA preseason so far for the Los Angeles Lakers, although he did make NBA history by briefly sharing the court with his father LeBron James during Sunday’s loss to the Phoenix Suns. The Lakers have lost each of their first two preseason games so […]

As Los Angeles Lakers father-son duo LeBron and Bronny James played their first game together, their agent, Rich Paul spoke with ESPN about James’s decision to go to the NBA. “Nobody pressured Bronny to go pro,” Paul said. “Bronny had a choice to stay at USC, he had a choice to transfer somewhere else or […]

Deion Sanders shared his admiration for a moment that transcended basketball — LeBron James and his son, Bronny James, stepping onto the court together for the first time during the Los Angeles Lakers’ preseason game against the Phoenix Suns. While the Lakers ultimately lost 118-114, the significance of this game extended far beyond the final […]

On ESPN’s First Take, Stephen A. Smith was disgusted about how LeBron and Bronny James have been treated after the Los Angeles Lakers preseason matchup against the Phoenix Suns. “I’ve been very disgusted at the cynics out there who’ve gotten at LeBron [James] about this… He’s earned the right to facilitate [Bronny] being a teammate […]

Bronny James celebrated a birthday he will never forget on Sunday, ushering in the 20th year of his life with a special moment the NBA has never seen before. The Los Angeles Lakers rookie shared the court with his father and teammate, LeBron James, in a preseason game versus the Phoenix Suns, eliciting heartfelt reactions […]

The early reports coming out of Los Angeles Lakers training camp regarding Bronny James were very promising. The word was that James was turning heads in camp, especially when he drained a triple over his father, LeBron, during one of the scrimmages. Thus, hope began to spring that, maybe, Bronny might be more ready to […]

LeBron James and Bronny James made NBA history by playing together for the Los Angeles Lakers in a preseason game against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday night at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, California. LeBron and Bronny became the first father-son duo to play together for the same NBA team. LeBron James and Bronny James […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are 0-2 in the preseason after a 118-114 loss to the Phoenix Suns, but fans are excited to see how new Lakers coach JJ Redick is working out the kinks with his team before the actual season begins on October 22. Redick has stated that he wants to start the lineup […]

It happened on Sunday, what Los Angeles Lakers fans had been anticipating since the NBA Draft, LeBron James and Bronny James shared the court together making history, sort of. During the second quarter of the Lakers preseason game against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday, Bronny James checked into the game with LeBron James already on […]

One of the biggest questions that Los Angeles Lakers fans have coming into the 2024-25 season is when will they see LeBron James and Bronny James on the court together. The prevailing thought is that it has to come naturally and not feel like it’s being forced at all. And Lakers head coach JJ Redick […]

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James, son of superstar forward LeBron James, begins his NBA career in 2024. Ahead of his professional debut, Bronny celebrated his 20th birthday on Sunday. His mother, Savannah James, expressed her pride and support on Instagram, sending him heartfelt birthday wishes. Bronny James parents greeting him on his special day […]

Entering his 18th year in the NBA, Kevin Durant is beginning to appreciate smaller moments as he closes out his decorated career with the Phoenix Suns. Part of that includes appreciating the games he has left against longtime rival LeBron James. However, in the 2024-2025 season, Durant acknowledged that he will now have to go […]

LeBron James’ former teammate, Iman Shumpert, fully supports the Los Angeles Lakers selecting his son, Bronny James. The Lakers made Bronny the 55th overall pick in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft leading to much criticism from the media. Many pointed towards nepotism as the reason why the Lakers drafted Bronny considering his […]

LeBron James and Anthony Davis will be in the lineup Sunday evening when the Los Angeles Lakers take on the Phoenix Suns Sunday evening. James’ son Bronny James had an up and down preseason debut during Friday’s loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves and is expected to get some more run during Sunday’s tilt with Phoenix. […]

As the NBA preseason begins, so does the pro career of Bronny James, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James’ eldest son. And after a so-so debut, Lakers head coach JJ Redick was pleased with the second-round pick’s performance. While his father and Lakers star Anthony Davis sat, Bronny and the Lakers began their preseason schedule […]

Bronny James and his father, LeBron James, will be the first father-son duo to play in the same NBA game, but they understand that there is still much work ahead. Iman Shumpert, a former teammate of LeBron, is fully behind the Los Angeles Lakers’ choice to draft LeBron’s son. In an exclusive interview with RG.org, […]

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James will not play against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Lakers’ preseason opener, setting the stage for his son, Los Angeles’ second-round pick Bronny James’ potential preseason debut on Friday. The Lakers’ first-year head coach JJ Redick led the rookie’s first NBA training camp, where Bronny spoke to the immaculate […]