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A Career Night for Bronny James
While the Los Angeles Lakers struggled in a 118-106 loss to the Orlando Magic, LeBron James found a reason to celebrate on Monday night. His son, Bronny James, delivered a breakout performance in the G League, leading the South Bay Lakers to a thrilling 122-118 victory over the Santa Cruz Warriors.
Bronny exploded for a career-high 39 points, along with seven rebounds and four assists in 38 minutes of play. It was the kind of statement game that many had been waiting for, proving that the young guard is continuing to develop his skill set at the professional level.
LeBron’s Emotional Message
LeBron James, who has supported his son throughout his basketball journey, took to social media to express his excitement. On X (formerly Twitter), he posted an encouraging message:
“SMILE THROUGH IT ALL YOUNG! KEEP GOING!!”
The post was accompanied by highlights of Bronny’s standout performance, showcasing his growing confidence on the court.
Bronny’s Journey Between NBA and G League
Since being selected 55th overall by the Lakers in the 2024 NBA Draft, Bronny James has been navigating the transition between the NBA and the G League. His minutes with the main Lakers squad have been limited, averaging just 2.3 points, 0.6 rebounds, and 0.6 assists per game in under six minutes of playing time.
Despite the limited opportunities in the NBA, he showed flashes of his potential during a March 20 game against the Milwaukee Bucks, scoring 17 points while stepping in for an injury-riddled Lakers roster.
A Step Forward in His Development
Monday’s performance in the G League marked a significant milestone in Bronny’s development. His ability to take over a game and deliver in key moments suggests that he is becoming more comfortable at the professional level.
The South Bay Lakers will face the Santa Cruz Warriors again on Tuesday, and all eyes will be on Bronny to see if he can build on this momentum. If he continues to improve, it may not be long before he earns more consistent opportunities with the Lakers’ main roster.
For now, he has the unwavering support of his father, who knows better than anyone what it takes to rise to the top.