Bronny was handled by LeBron James in Lakers scrimmage just like any other rookie.
As LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers gear up for the 2024-25 season, the basketball world eagerly awaits the moment when the 20-time All-Star takes the court alongside his son. The Lakers selected Bronny James with the 55th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, marking the first father-son duo in NBA history and adding another remarkable achievement to LeBron’s legendary career.
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As Bronny embarks on his NBA journey, LeBron is already imparting lessons about life in the league. Lakers’ vice president, Rob Pelinka, offered a glimpse into their dynamic during voluntary scrimmages.
“Bronny faced a tough challenge when, during a pickup game, he got switched onto LeBron, who drove baseline and scored with an up-and-under layup off the glass,” Pelinka shared. “What was said between them afterward was likely more intense than the play itself.”
LeBron later responded to Pelinka’s remarks on social media, posting on his Instagram story, “Great defense. Better O.”