Bronny James is making a notable impact in the G League with the South Bay Lakers, showcasing his skills through impressive performances. In his latest game, he scored 23 points, secured nine rebounds, and provided five assists, demonstrating his ability to shoot effectively with a 50% field goal percentage. LeBron James, his father and NBA superstar, praised Bronny's progression, emphasizing how each game is helping him adapt to the professional level's physicality and pace. LeBron noted that Bronny has always possessed a strong basketball IQ, and as he gains strength and experience, his playmaking skills are becoming increasingly evident.
Currently, Bronny is averaging 14.7 points, 4.4 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.3 steals per game across his first nine G League outings. His shooting percentages stand at 37.9% from the field and 28.3% from beyond the arc. Additionally, Bronny has participated in seven NBA games for the Los Angeles Lakers this season. The Lakers, sitting at sixth place in the Western Conference with an 18-13 record, are gearing up to face the Cleveland Cavaliers, led by Donovan Mitchell, in their next matchup.