By: Aarav Sapra
Three weeks ago, Lebron James and his son, Bronny, rose from the bench and walked to the scorer’s table. The floor started to shake as the crowd’s noise grew louder, and a rush of excitement came as the two players were subbed in to make the first father-son duo in the league. The James family is known to be flourishing with basketball greatness, and as Lebron James’ incredible career enters its last few years, a new chapter is unfolding with his son, Bronny James, as he now plans to step in and take his father’s place at the professional level. While LeBron has been a dominant force in the NBA, with some considering him the greatest of all time, Bronny’s journey has just begun. His path is already generating massive attention, surprisingly more than the first-round pick of the 2024 draft, likely since fans and analysts are eager to see how the next generation of the James family will perform under the league.
Lebron James is considered by many to be the greatest basketball player of all time. His achievements are unbelievable, including four NBA championships, four MVP awards, considerable All-Star appearances, and scoring more than forty-thousand points in his career in the NBA. His impact on the sport undeniably shaped two eras of the NBA. The question is whether Bronny James will be able to continue Lebron’s legacy, as Lebron has mentored him throughout his whole life with a mentality that focuses on the same work ethic and basketball IQ that has made him a success.
Bronny joined the league after spending his high school years at Sierra Canyon in Los Angeles; Bronny took his talents to USC, where he played for the school during the 2023-2024 college season. Unfortunately, he suffered a cardiac arrest that occurred in late July, making his session at USC brief. However, his season was enough to show that he could play at a high level. However, as the 2024 season concluded, Bronny made a surprising decision to affiliate himself with the NBA’s G League to continue improving and developing his skill level. Many other young players have also taken this route in recent years, including well-known NBA stars like Jalen Green and Scoot Henderson. The G League offers an opportunity to play against older, more experienced competition while still having access to NBA resources and training. For Bronny, this is a chance to grow both as a player and an individual. He will have the opportunity to develop a unique identity as his player while still being inspired by Lebron as they play together, forming a new father-and-son bond.
