July 23rd 2024.
As the summer league games heated up, all eyes were on Bronny James and his performance. Just when he seemed to be finding his rhythm, the Los Angeles Lakers decided to sit him out for their last game. According to The Associated Press, the Lakers had the 55th pick in the NBA Draft on July 20th. Despite some struggles early on, Bronny had shown some promising growth in his last two games, scoring 25 points on 10 of 21 shooting. This was a significant improvement from his previous three games where he had only made 7 of 31 shots and missed all 15 of his attempts from beyond the arc. However, he did have to sit out one game due to some swelling in his left knee.
Bronny's summer league coach, Dane Johnson, was pleased with his progress and believed that these games would only benefit him in the long run. "He had two pretty good games in a row," said Johnson in an interview. "I think this experience will really help him going into the summer, allowing us to work on different aspects of his game. It's all about building his confidence and showing him that he can compete at this level. Of course, it will take time and practice, but I have no doubt that he has what it takes."
Johnson also shared his thoughts on where Bronny could potentially excel on the court. "Right now, he's more of a [position], but I think he has the potential to be a combo-ish [position]," he explained. "He has a great ability to pick up new concepts quickly, whether it's plays, coverages or defensive strategies. I believe that with some work, he could become a [position]. Maybe we'll focus on that during the summer, but for now, he's doing well as a secondary playmaker."
Bronny's journey to the NBA has not been an easy one. After being highly sought after in high school, he decided to attend the University of Southern California. However, last July, he suffered a cardiac arrest that put his basketball career on hold. Despite this setback, he returned to the court and played as a freshman, averaging 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game. While some may view these numbers as underwhelming, Bronny still made the decision to enter the NBA Draft, where he was selected by the Lakers in the second round.
It's not easy being the son of a legend like LeBron James, and Bronny has admitted that it's tough to follow in his father's footsteps. However, with his determination and hard work, he is making a name for himself on the court and proving that he has what it takes to succeed in the NBA.
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