Bronny James hails ‘new beginnings’ in NBA debut, and LeBron is proud. They could play together next
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LeBron and Bronny James Make NBA History
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Above: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers and his son Bronny James Jr. #9 attend a Los Angeles Lakers media day at UCLA Health Training Center on Sept. 30, 2024 in El Segundo, California. Image copyright: Kevork Djansezian/Stringer/Getty Images Sport via Getty Images
The Facts
While it was only a pre-season game, LeBron and Bronny James made history, becoming the first father and son to suit up for the same National Basketball Association (NBA) franchise at the same time. The father-son duo plays for the Los Angeles Lakers.
While the game ended in a 118-114 loss for the Lakers at the hands of the Phoenix Suns, for the James family, it was the 20th birthday of Bronny, who was selected 55th in the NBA draft.
The Spin
Narrative A
For 39-year-old LeBron James, after all his years of greatness, to enter into his 22nd season in the NBA after winning another Olympic Gold, playing alongside his son is something pretty special. Not only is Lebron passing his legendary torch to his son, but the pair are inspiring the entire next generation of basketball players.
Narrative B
For Bronny, this is about new beginnings on his own terms. Just over 16 months ago, he had a cardiac arrest on the grounds of USC and the fact that he's here on the professional stage is already an impressive enough feat. Now it's about learning and getting better day-by-day. While he's going to have to earn his career on his own, his passion for the game cannot be questioned.
