Expected for weeks, the Draft of Bronny James, eldest of LeBron James’ sons, by the Lakers with the 55th pick did not fail to make the NBA planet react. This father-son reunion does not make everyone happy on social networks, while the real level of the former USC guard raises questions. Within the league, congratulations were more in order.
For Dwyane Wade, this selection and the prospect of seeing James father and son play together is one of the “greatest moments in our sport!” ». Never have two generations evolved at the same time in the history of the league. “ Congratulations to Bronny James on being drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers“greet Magic Johnson on X.” Seeing Bronny wearing the Lakers jersey during the Summer League in Las Vegas will be unmissable!« .
“Absolute class! »
Future opponents of the James connection also paid tribute to the news. LeBron going to see his son in the same jersey as him, it’s absolute class » reacted Dejounte Murray, who rumors sometimes send to join this duo in Los Angeles this summer. “Imagine being able to play with your son!” It’s historic, I have two sons myself, I can’t imagine what that would feel like » envisage Zach LaVine.
LeBron James himself took to Instagram overnight to congratulate himself on a photo of himself and Bronny many years ago when “the King” wore the Cavs colors and LeBron Jr. was still a kid. HERITAGE!!!!!! » captioned the best scorer in NBA history. “ This must be the best of times » replied Trae Young.
« Bronny is above all someone with a fantastic personality ” explained Lakers GM Rob Pelinka after the pick, which was likely the 55th most-watched pick in league history. Then, he’s an incredibly hard-working young man. Those are the qualities we look for when we’re drafting players and adding them to our development. He had a great workout with us where he was able to show me his qualities. He’s not someone who cuts corners or expects opportunities to fall into his lap in basketball.. »
Victim of a cardiac arrest before the last NCAA season, Bronny James struggled with USC in a very limited role. It is now up to him to find his sporting place in the Lakers project, beyond curiosity, already one of the main ones of the next season.
