Bronny James’ heartwarming moment on the court with his father, LeBron James, might be his last significant playing time for a while.
The decision to feature the father-son duo in a regular-season game was clearly planned, giving them three minutes on the court together. However, the move sparked criticism in some media circles, with detractors calling it “a complete sideshow” and “disrespectful to the game.”
During his brief first-half appearance, Bronny missed both of his shot attempts, and the Lakers were outscored by five points while he was on the floor.
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Bronny James is viewed as a long-term investment by the Lakers, following a challenging year at USC that was marked by a cardiac arrest incident during a preseason practice.
“My days aren’t normal anymore. I still feel like I’m getting back, getting back to where I was,” Bronny shared in an interview with Men’s Health before the season began.
The question now is what the Lakers believe is best for Bronny’s development—likely with LeBron having considerable influence on the decision.
After inconsistent performances in both the Summer League and preseason, Bronny might see limited action during garbage time with the Lakers or potentially earn significant minutes in the G-League, which starts next month.
ESPN’s Brian Windhorst, who has followed LeBron James’ career since his high school days, offered his perspective on the Lakers’ approach during a Wednesday morning appearance on Get Up.
“As a father, you’re naturally going to feel strongly about your son being on the court with you,” Windhorst said.
He explained that the Lakers’ strategy revolves around maximizing LeBron’s performance. “This isn’t just about making history; it’s about keeping your 39-year-old franchise player engaged and energized. And I think it’s working. LeBron is fully locked in and motivated,” Windhorst noted, adding that head coach JJ Reddick is making a smart move by embracing this dynamic and making it happen.
