LeBron James Adds Another Chapter to Legacy, Facing 10th Father-Son Duo in NBA Career

In a remarkable twist of NBA history, LeBron James faced the son of a player he encountered in only his third professional game, as the Golden State Warriors squared off against the Los Angeles Lakers in San Francisco. Trayce Jackson-Davis, son of former player Dale Davis, marked a unique moment in James’ illustrious 21-year career, becoming the 10th father-son duo the Lakers icon has played against.

A Trip Down Memory Lane: LeBron’s Encounters with Father-Son Combos

Glenn Robinson and Glenn Robinson III

First game vs. Glenn Robinson: Dec. 19, 2003

First game vs. Glenn Robinson III: Dec. 23, 2014

Rick and Jalen Brunson

First game vs. Rick Brunson: Dec. 20, 2003

First game vs. Jalen Brunson: Oct. 31, 2018

Gary Trent and Gary Trent Jr.

First game vs. Gary Trent: Nov. 21, 2003

First game vs. Gary Trent Jr.: Dec. 28, 2019

Kenyon and KJ Martin

First game vs. Kenyon Martin: Jan. 2, 2004

First game vs. KJ Martin: Jan. 10, 2021

Gary Payton and Gary Payton II

First game vs. Gary Payton: Jan. 12, 2004

First game vs. Gary Payton II: Oct. 19, 2021

Adrian and AJ Griffin

First game vs. Adrian Griffin: Feb. 25, 2004

First game vs. AJ Griffin: Dec. 30, 2002

Samaki and Jabari Walker

First game vs. Samaki Walker: April 9, 2004

First game vs. Jabari Walker: Nov. 30, 2022

Jabari Smith and Jabari Smith Jr.

First game vs. Jabari Smith: Dec. 22, 2004

First game vs. Jabari Smith Jr.: Jan. 16, 2023

Juwan and Jett Howard

First game vs. Juwan Howard: Dec. 25, 2003

First game vs. Jett Howard: Nov. 4, 2023

Dale Davis and Trayce Jackson-Davis

First game vs. Dale Davis: Nov. 1, 2003

First game vs. Trayce Jackson-Davis: Jan. 27, 2024

This unprecedented list highlights the enduring greatness of LeBron James and the unique narrative woven throughout his legendary career.