Bronny James, the son of NBA superstar LeBron James, was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft. Videos of Bronny’s emotional reaction to being selected by the Lakers circulated on social media, showing him trying to hold back tears as his family and friends celebrated his achievement.
His mother, Savannah, handed him a Lakers hat, which he put on with a bowed head. His younger brother, Bryce, expressed his excitement with a loud “Yessir!” in response to the pick. ESPN reported that there was a champagne toast to celebrate the occasion, describing the moment as “very emotional.”
One of the reasons for the emotional response could be the opportunity for Bronny to play alongside his father, LeBron James, who is expected to return to the Lakers next season. If LeBron does come back, they would be the first father-son duo to play in the NBA at the same time.
Bronny’s journey to the NBA has been filled with challenges, including a cardiac arrest in July 2023 and a procedure to address a congenital heart defect. Despite doubts about his readiness for the NBA, the Lakers are optimistic about his potential and selected him in the hopes that he will develop into a strong two-way guard.
With a new coaching staff led by JJ Redick and the guidance of his father, Bronny will have the support he needs to continue his development as a player. The James family’s emotional journey, both personally and professionally, adds another layer of significance to Bronny’s draft selection by the Lakers.
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