The dream of LeBron James playing in the NBA alongside one of his sons has taken a step closer to reality. Bronny James, the oldest son of the NBA’s all-time leading scorer and four-time champion, was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers with the 55th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.
The selection of Bronny James, who played one year of college basketball at the University of Southern California, raises the possibility that he could share an NBA court with his father. LeBron James, who has played for the Lakers since 2018, can become a free agent next week, potentially setting up a historic father-son duo in the league.
LeBron James and Bronny James become the first father and son duo to be in the NBA at the same time.
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Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka acknowledged the significance of this moment, stating that “in the history of the NBA, there’s never been a father and a son that have shared an NBA basketball court and that feels like something that could be magical.” Pelinka also emphasized that the Lakers see Bronny’s potential and character as the driving factors behind the selection, rather than any nepotism.
The Lakers’ war room after picking Bronny James 🔥 pic.twitter.com/jpgj6284RC
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While the draft pick does not guarantee that Bronny James will make the Lakers’ roster or that he and his father will play together, it certainly increases the chances of this historic scenario unfolding. Bronny James, a 6-foot-1.5-inch guard, impressed with his athleticism and defensive ability during his college career, and the Lakers believe he has the potential to develop further.
The journey continues. Welcome to the big stage, Bronny. pic.twitter.com/XaueRuN78B
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The selection of Bronny James with the 55th pick, a spot that rarely produces NBA stars, has generated significant attention and excitement. The Lakers and the NBA as a whole are eager to see how this father-son story unfolds, with the possibility of making history on the court together.
