Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9), right, steps onto the court with Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, in Palm Desert, Calif. (AP Photo/William Liang)
LeBron James was asked about Bronny’s recent performance in the G League.
Bronny James has been performing well in his last two games with the South Bay Lakers (G League). In his most recent game, he recorded 23 points, nine rebounds, and five assists while shooting 50% from the field.
On Monday, LeBron commented on his son’s progress. He said, “I think every moment he gets out there, he’s just getting more and more comfortable with the pro game. The physicality of it, the nuances of it, the speed of it. He’s always had the IQ for the game. As he continues to get stronger, get more game-play, and get more comfortable, I think what we’re seeing is what many people might not have understood—his play-making ability. When he’s handling the ball, pick and rolls, in transition, getting his guys involved.”
The 20-year-old rookie is currently averaging 14.7 points, 4.4 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.3 steals per game while shooting 37.9% from the field and 28.3% from three-point range in his first nine G League games. He has also played in seven NBA games for the Lakers.
The Lakers, holding an 18-13 record, are currently the sixth seed in the Western Conference. Their next game is against Donovan Mitchell and the Cleveland Cavaliers in Los Angeles.
