LeBron James Teases Possibility of Son Bronny Joining the Lakers Amid Team’s Struggles

Amid the Los Angeles Lakers’ recent struggles, LeBron James injected a moment of levity during a Friday media session, discussing his son Bronny’s upcoming game for USC against Stanford. Despite the Lakers sliding down to the No. 11 seed in the NBA’s Western Conference with a four-game losing streak, James lightened the mood when teammate Austin Reaves inquired about Bronny’s potential starting role.

Responding with confidence, James asserted that he believed it was “time” for Bronny to start, boldly claiming that his son “could play for us right now.” While this statement could be interpreted as a compliment to Bronny or a playful jab at his Lakers teammates, it appears James is likely urging USC to lift the minutes restriction imposed on Bronny after his cardiac arrest in July.

In a more serious tone, James has expressed his desire to play alongside both Bronny and younger son Bryce in the NBA. His playful comment might be seen as a subtle hint to the Lakers organization to consider such a family arrangement in the future.

Bronny James has displayed his skills on the court for USC, averaging 7.5 points, 2.3 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and 1.2 steals per game in limited action, with an average of 16.8 minutes over six games this season. As the Lakers navigate a challenging stretch, LeBron James continues to make waves both on and off the court, keeping fans intrigued about the potential for a family reunion in the NBA.