Bronny James is showing significant improvement in his rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers, according to coach JJ Redick, who praised the young guard's development despite the challenges of inconsistent playing time. Recently, while his father, LeBron James, celebrated reaching 50,000 career points, Bronny managed to score two points in what marked his first game since February 12. He has played in 18 games this season, scoring in his last five appearances.

The Lakers are thriving as they ride a seven-game winning streak, currently holding the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference thanks to standout performances from Luka Dončić, who recently contributed 32 points against the New York Knicks. Meanwhile, Redick has become a contender for the NBA Coach of the Year award, bolstered by the Lakers' remarkable defensive improvements and a solid overall record of 40-21.