Bronny James, the rookie for the Los Angeles Lakers, showcased his skills during a recent game in the NBA G League on Thursday night, where he achieved a personal best of 30 points despite the South Bay Lakers losing to the Valley Suns, 106-100. In just 25 minutes on the court, Bronny also contributed three rebounds, two assists, a steal, and a block. He demonstrated impressive shooting, hitting 57% of his shots (13-for-23) and making three out of nine three-point attempts.
This remarkable performance marked a significant increase from his previous career high of 16 points achieved just days earlier in a game against the San Diego Clippers. Currently, Bronny is averaging 14 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game in the G League.
Drafted as the No. 55 overall pick in the 2024 Draft, Bronny has been developing his skills with the South Bay Lakers since the Los Angeles Lakers assigned him there after the team’s opening game of the season. Despite limited playtime with the Lakers—scoring a total of four points in 13 minutes over four games—he made a historic impact by becoming the first son to play alongside his father, LeBron James, during the Lakers’ season opener.
LeBron and Lakers head coach J.J. Redick have expressed confidence in Bronny’s growth, emphasizing the importance of his time in the G League. This path is designed to hone his skills, allowing him to bounce between the Lakers and their G League affiliate seamlessly.
The South Bay Lakers are scheduled to face the Valley Suns again on December 13 in Tempe, followed by participation in the NBA G League Winter Showcase set to take place in Orlando from December 19 to 22.
This latest performance by Bronny James highlights his potential as he navigates the challenges of the G League, and signals a promising future ahead as he continues to build on his impressive progress. The support from family and the Lakers organization demonstrates a strong foundation as he grows into his role.