The upcoming star hopes to make it to the NBA, where his dad is waiting for him.
Recently, the 19-year-old basketball talent shared images from his workout sessions on Instagram, intriguing fans with a mysterious hourglass emoji as the caption. This subtle hint has sparked widespread speculation about an imminent major announcement from the James family, especially since LeBron and Savannah James amplified the buzz by resharing Bronny’s post.
With the 2024 NBA Draft scheduled for June 26, discussions about Bronny’s potential entry into the NBA are heating up. There’s a growing debate over whether the Los Angeles Lakers, the team his father currently plays for, might draft him.
Noted NBA analyst Shams Charania believes Bronny joining the Lakers is a strong possibility, suggesting that LeBron might also remain with the team for two more seasons to play alongside his son. This setup would allow Bronny to develop his skills further by playing in both the NBA and the G League, potentially paving the way for a dynamic father-son duo on the Lakers in the near future.
Will Bronny James join Lebron at the Lakers this offseason?
Bronny James, standing 6-foot-4 and weighing 210 pounds as a point guard, has demonstrated potential but his statistics might not support an early draft pick. Averaging just 4.8 points per game with a shooting accuracy of 36.6%, alongside 2.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 19 minutes of play, selecting him at 17th overall could be considered a stretch.
Yet, waiting for the 55th pick may risk other teams snapping him up earlier. It might be more strategic for the Lakers and LeBron to opt for a player who can make an immediate impact or to consider trading for established players like Dejounte Murray, Donovan Mitchell, or Zach Lavine, who have previously been linked to the team.
Bronny’s future in the NBA could see him joining another team initially, potentially setting the stage for him to team up with his father, LeBron, depending on where the elder James chooses to conclude his illustrious career.
