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[Saba Sports News] The Los Angeles Lakers made a widely anticipated move in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft by selecting Bronny James, son of LeBron James, with the No. 55 pick. This decision not only allows father and son to play in the NBA together but also opens the possibility of them playing on the same team.
The later rounds of the NBA Draft are often unpredictable, and the Lakers saw potential value in picking Bronny. They may believe in his development as an NBA player, although it’s hard to ignore the influence of making LeBron happy. Rich Paul, who represents both LeBron and Bronny, has consistently denied any familial motives, but skepticism remains.
Bronny’s journey to the draft is impressive, especially after overcoming a cardiac incident 11 months ago. He played 19.3 minutes per game for USC, averaging 4.8 points and 2.8 rebounds.
It’s noteworthy that other teams also viewed Bronny as a legitimate NBA prospect. The Lakers’ decision to draft him can be justified on his potential alone, regardless of the family connection.