In a historic moment for basketball, LeBron James and his son Bronny James played together for the first time during a preseason game for the Los Angeles Lakers. Despite the 114-118 loss to the Phoenix Suns, the game in Palm Springs marked a significant milestone for the James family and the NBA, as they became the first father-son duo to ever share the court for the same team.
LeBron Leads the Way
LeBron, a four-time NBA champion and one of the league’s most celebrated players, continued to show his dominance at 39 years old. In just 16 minutes of play, the Lakers superstar led all scorers with 19 points, adding five rebounds, four assists, two blocks, and four turnovers to his stat line. His leadership and presence on the court were evident, even in the short time he played, underscoring his ongoing impact in his 21st season.
Bronny’s NBA Debut
Bronny, drafted 55th overall by the Lakers, made his NBA debut coming off the bench. The 20-year-old guard spent 13 minutes on the court, recording two defensive rebounds but struggled offensively, missing his only three-point attempt and committing four turnovers, mirroring his father’s number in that category. He also committed three fouls, but his presence on the court alongside LeBron was the real headline of the night.
A Special Moment for the James Family
Reflecting on the historic occasion, LeBron expressed his joy at sharing the court with his son. „It’s something really special for both of us, and especially for our family,” he said after the game. „It’s a moment I’ll never forget.” The game was particularly significant given that the Jameses became the first father and son to play in an NBA game simultaneously for the same team.
Earlier in the preseason, Bronny had made his unofficial debut for the Lakers in a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, where the team suffered a 107-124 defeat. In that game, Bronny played 16 minutes, scoring two points and contributing a rebound, an assist, three blocks, and a turnover.
Looking Ahead
As Bronny continues to adjust to the NBA, all eyes will be on his development under the guidance of his legendary father. The young guard has already signed a four-year contract with the Lakers, securing $7.9 million in earnings over the term of the deal. With LeBron still performing at a high level, the prospect of seeing more father-son moments on the court is something NBA fans won’t want to miss this season.
