Bronny James’s Disastrous G League Debut

Bronny James has been moved to the South Bay Lakers, the Los Angeles franchise’s affiliate squad, to get playing time and advance in his career after making his debut with a quiet performance. In his first game with the South Bay Lakers, the point guard scored six points on 2/9 field goals (0/4 from three-point range).

He started and finished with six points, three rebounds, four assists, two steals, one block, and five turnovers in 31 minutes during the victory over the Salt Lake City Stars (110-96). Bronny found it difficult to shoot. With just forty-three seconds remaining in the game, he scored his first goal.

In the second quarter, he would make his second basket. After getting under the hoop past his opponents, he made a few fairly easy layups and finished with a dismal 2/9, including 0/4 from three-point range. Additionally, he made a free throw, which is worth two points in the G League right now.

The James family — LeBron, Savannah, Zhuri and Gloria — along with Anthony Davis, are all in attendance to cheer on Bronny at his G League debut.

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The hype behind Bronny James’s G league debut

The G League debut of 20-year-old Bronny, who stands 6-foot-1, was greeted with delight. The sole jersey available for purchase prior to the game was James Jr.’s, because the South Bay Lakers play at the El Segundo facility, where the Lakers often train. LeBron led a large portion of the James clan in attendance.

There were also the point guard’s grandma, sister, and mother present. together with D’Angelo Russell and Anthony Davis on the Lakers’ roster. The Lakers’ general manager, Rob Pelinka, was also present.

Bronny, who was selected by the Lakers in the 55th round of the NBA draft, has already played five games with the Los Angeles squad. In the first game, he and LeBron made history by becoming the first father-son tandem to play together in the league. He was showered with love from the Cavaliers’ supporters in his hometown, making the visit more poignant.

In his short NBA career thus far, he has averaged 0.8 points, 0.2 rebounds, and 0.4 assists. Due to his poor results, the team sent him to the G League. LeBron had been discussing the subject with coach JJ Redick for a while. The young player is not yet prepared for the NBA, and he will get the minutes he needs to advance on the affiliate team. Will it help ? Only time will tell..

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