Bronny James Awaits Fate in NBA Draft Second Round
Bronny James’ highly anticipated draft night has arrived, but not without some suspense. The son of NBA legend LeBron James was not selected in the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft on Wednesday night. Now, he awaits to see if he will be picked in the second round, which resumes Thursday afternoon.
One of the most logical landing spots for Bronny James is the 55th overall pick, currently held by the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers are also where his father, LeBron James, has played since 2018. With LeBron expected to become a free agent next week, this potential pick could have significant implications for both the Lakers and the James family.
Bronny, who played one year of college basketball at Southern California, averaged 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game last season. His season was interrupted after he underwent a procedure to correct a congenital heart defect, discovered after he went into cardiac arrest during a summer workout. Despite these challenges, Bronny was cleared for NBA play last month by a panel of doctors.
Standing at 6 feet, 1 1/2 inches, Bronny James may be the most talked-about second-round prospect in NBA history due to his famous last name. His father, LeBron, a four-time NBA champion, is set to enter his 22nd NBA season this fall, and the possibility of playing alongside his son adds a unique layer of intrigue to the draft.
Several teams have been linked to Bronny James, including the Lakers, Phoenix Suns, and Cleveland Cavaliers. Each team has different motivations for considering him, from the potential on-court benefits to the off-court draw of LeBron James possibly joining their roster.
The Lakers, with the 55th pick, seem like the most obvious choice, particularly since Bronny worked out for them and the Suns before the draft. While the Suns do not have a second-round pick, they could trade back in if they wish to pursue Bronny.
LeBron’s agent, Rich Paul, has made it clear that the Jameses are not a package deal, but the allure of drafting Bronny and potentially securing LeBron could be too tempting for some teams to pass up.
Bronny’s draft process has been unique, with his name drawing considerable attention despite his modest college stats. His selection could make history, as it might set up the first father-son duo to play in the NBA simultaneously.
As the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft unfolds, all eyes will be on whether Bronny James’s name gets called and if he will join his father on the court, creating a historic moment in NBA history.
