Basketball/LeBron and Bronny James Make NBA History in Lakers Pre-Season Match

LeBron James and his son Bronny James created a historic moment in basketball during the Los Angeles Lakers’ pre-season game against the Phoenix Suns, becoming the first father-son duo to ever play together in an NBA game.

This milestone, which occurred on Bronny’s 20th birthday, drew widespread attention despite the Lakers’ 118-114 loss.

Bronny, a second-round draft pick from the University of Southern California, made his debut in the second quarter. Although he didn’t score during his 13 minutes on the court, finishing with two rebounds and four turnovers, the significance of the occasion was enough to overshadow his stats.

LeBron, now 39 and entering his 22nd NBA season, reflected on the emotional weight of the experience.

“It felt like a dream,” he said, recounting the surreal moment when they stood side by side during a timeout.

“I looked over at him, and it was like something out of The Matrix. It didn’t seem real, but it was a moment I’ll never forget.”

The four-time NBA champion, who also holds the record as the league’s all-time leading scorer, put up 19 points with four assists and five rebounds.

LeBron signed a new two-year contract with the Lakers shortly after Bronny joined the team, setting the stage for their on-court partnership.

As the Lakers gear up for the 2024-25 season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the father-son duo has already made history, with fans eager to see how their unique journey unfolds.

Source : bbc.com