Bronny James Makes Impact in Los Angeles Lakers Debut with Four-Point Performance

Sports | July 7, 2024, 12:53 a.m.

Bronny James made his debut for the Los Angeles Lakers, marking the formal beginning of his professional basketball career. Wearing the No 9 jersey, the younger James had a solid performance, going 2 for 9 with four points, two assists, two rebounds, and a steal in just under 22 minutes of play. Despite a few missed shots, James showed glimpses of his talent and potential. Playing alongside his father LeBron James, who wore the No 6 jersey before switching to No 23, Bronny made NBA history. The 19-year-old overcame initial nerves to score his first NBA points on a driving layup, receiving cheers and support from fans. With a recent four-year contract worth $7.9m, Bronny James is set to make a name for himself in the basketball world, following in his father's legendary footsteps.