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- LeBron James and Son Bronny Are Officially Teammates (newsbreak.com)
The Los Angeles Lakers have chosen Bronny James as their 55th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, marking an unprecedented moment where LeBron James and his son will play together in the league.
Born on October 6, 2004, Bronny has grown up witnessing his father’s remarkable NBA journey, which includes four NBA championships, four MVP awards, and 20 All-Star selections. With the recent draft, the father and son duo is set to make history as teammates.
Shortly after the selection was announced, 39-year-old LeBron James took to social media to celebrate this milestone, sharing multiple photos and videos of him and Bronny alongside the caption: “Legacy!”
Indeed, the decision has sparked a mix of reactions online, particularly on a Reddit thread “r/AskLosAngeles,” where users debated the Lakers’ motivations for drafting Bronny. While some accuse the team of nepotism, others argue the move honors one of the game’s greats, considering it a smart, low-risk choice that ensures LeBron remains with the Lakers.
Critics and supporters alike can’t ignore the history of familial ties within the NBA, with LeBron himself having competed against other second-generation players like Jalen Brunson and Gary Payton II.
Despite the controversy surrounding the 55th pick, many acknowledge that previous draft picks in similar positions, such as Isaiah Thomas who was picked 60th in 2011, have moved on to achieve great success, challenging the narrative that such picks are wasted on players with familial connections.
Ultimately, the consensus among fans and LeBron himself seems overwhelmingly positive, as the prospect of seeing an active father-son duo on the NBA court represents a groundbreaking moment in sports history.
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