LeBron James’ son, Bronny James, has officially been drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers, and his agent, Rich Paul, reportedly warned other NBA teams against drafting him. According to reports, Paul reached out to NBA teams, advising them not to select Bronny, as he would choose to play in Australia instead if he was picked.
This news was shared by Bob Myers, the former GM of the Golden State Warriors, during ESPN’s NBA Draft show. Myers mentioned that Paul was actively discouraging teams from drafting Bronny, emphasizing that he had a plan in place and a destination in mind if he was selected.
As the draft progressed, the tension rose as the Lakers’ pick drew closer. Despite Paul’s efforts to steer teams away from selecting Bronny, the Lakers ultimately picked him as the 55th overall selection. The emotional moment was witnessed by the James family, with Paul seated beside Bronny as his name was called.
With Bronny now officially part of the Lakers, alongside his father LeBron James, they have made history as the first father-son duo to be in the NBA at the same time. While LeBron has not confirmed his return to the Lakers for the next season, the addition of his son to the team could serve as a strong incentive for him to stay.
Bronny’s NBA Draft journey has been met with skepticism due to his underwhelming performance during his freshman year with the Trojans. Despite showcasing athleticism and determination, there are doubts about whether his skills are NBA-ready. However, with the support of his father and the guidance of the Lakers’ new head coach, JJ Redick, there is hope for Bronny’s development.
The dream of seeing LeBron and Bronny play together on the same team has now become a reality, thanks in part to Rich Paul’s efforts to ensure Bronny landed with the Lakers. NBA fans have long speculated about this scenario, and now they can witness it firsthand.
As the NBA offseason unfolds, all eyes will be on the Lakers and the James duo as they prepare for the upcoming season. With father and son united on the court, there is bound to be heightened anticipation and excitement surrounding the Lakers’ future. Stay tuned for more updates and developments in the world of sports.