The NBA draft 2024 is on the verge of happening in June, and analysts from all around the world have started speculating on the prospects. With the start of the final month of the regular season, it’s time to welcome the new talents and introduce them to the league.
One of the prospects is the son of the all-time leading scorer in the NBA, LeBron James. Bronny James is a freshman at the University of Southern California and plays for the USC Trojans. Entering college, he was the top-30 recruit.
Will Bronny James commit to the NBA Draft in 2024?
In a recent talk between the NBA scouts and Ric Bucher of Fox Sports regarding Bronny’s future in the NBA, many people suggested that another season at USC would be beneficial for Bronny James, and he should consider building his skills and commit to the 2025 NBA draft.
On the other hand, a Western Conference executive mentioned that Bronny would be a solid player in the league. He also told Bucher that Bronny will play in the league for 8–10 years but won’t be as big a player as his father, LeBron James.
“Everybody wants him to be LeBron, and he’s never going to be LeBron. But he is a good team guy, and he can defend and make shots. He’s a decent ball handler. He’s a solid player and a great kid.” Said the executive.
With many factors playing into his decision, Bronny James is expected to consider team fit and interest before committing to the 2024 NBA Draft. https://t.co/Kb7MzyUGAi
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Where will the 2024 NBA Draft odds place Bronny James?
This season, Bronny has played 19 games out of which there were only six where he was the starting point guard after suffering from a cardiac arrest back in July. His season average consists of 5.5 points per game, 2.5 assists, and 2.8 rebounds.
According to FanDuel Sportsbook, the LA Lakers have the lowest odds (+750), while the Toronto Raptors and LA Clippers have the highest odds (+1700) to draft Bronny. According to a report by The Athletic’s Shams Charania, the Raptors are planning to land the USC star along with Lebron and create a possible father-son duo.
Rich Paul reveals that Bronny James' choice to enter the 2024 NBA Draft hinges on "team interest, not draft position." 🏀📝#bronnyjames #lebronjames #NBADraft #NBA #RichPaul pic.twitter.com/S1jRxjEEhN
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Both of Lebron’s old teams, the Miami Heat and the Cleveland Cavaliers, also have a first-round pick and might consider drafting Bronny to their teams. Matt Barnes, a former NBA player, said, “Obviously, having that James name is going to help, but at the end of the day, it’s not going to help keep him there.”
Where will Bronny James ultimately end up in? Make sure to let us know in the comments section.
