The second-round rookie, Bronny James, made NBA history by playing alongside his famous father, LeBron James. Putting that aside, ESPN’s Baxter Holmes reported that many league executives, coaches, and scouts feel he isn’t ready for the NBA. However, Bronny James has a chance to prove them wrong and showcase his potential on the court.
Bronny James has faced a lot of criticism since his summer league debut. Recently, an Eastern Conference scout pointed out that he could have been a strong college player. However, being the son of an all-time great means he will always be in the spotlight.
It’s tough to ignore the noise around him. At Lakers media day, the 20-year-old acknowledged the “criticism and backlash,” saying he wants to use it as motivation. He truly embraces this journey. His agent, Rich Paul, emphasized, “Bronny is serious. This isn’t a f—ing game to him. He wants to play in the NBA, and he wants to play well within his role.”
The best thing about Bronny James is that he isn’t trying to be just like his dad. He’s focused on his own path and determined to prove himself. With his drive and commitment, he may one day silence his critics for good.
Lakers’ Anthony Davis opens Up about Bronny James’s preseason performance
The Los Angeles Lakers still have a lot of work to do after losing two of their preseason games. Most notably, Bronny James—the son of LeBron James—needs to rev up his game.
In a recent interview with Spectrum SportsNet, Lakers player Anthony Davis praised the young star’s defensive play and offered some words of inspiration.
He said, “He’s tough. Obviously, he’s defensive-minded. Some great blocks in Game 1. The physicality, he gets over on screens. Good with his hands as far as deflection and steals. But he’s also still learning.”
Davis added, “He’s still trying to figure everything out, so we have to realize that. He’s still a rookie. It’s a different style of basketball in the league. But I like what I’m seeing from him, on both ends of the floor, especially defensively.”
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