The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their home season by facing the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night, turning the event into a memorable spectacle beyond just basketball. The Crypto.com Arena buzzed with energy as an array of celebrities, including the iconic father-son duo of Ken Griffey Sr. and Ken Griffey Jr., gathered to witness a significant moment in sports history.
Ken Griffey Sr. and Ken Griffey Jr. made history as the first father-son pair to play together in Major League Baseball while with the Seattle Mariners in the early 1990s. Their attendance at the arena was not just for enjoyment but to witness LeBron James and his son, Bronny James, make their own historical mark as the first father-son duo to play together in the NBA.
As the game approached, there was a strong air of anticipation. Lakers head coach JJ Redick kept fans on their toes by not disclosing whether Bronny would be part of the game, saying that decisions had not yet been made.
When the moment came, Bronny took to the court, albeit for a short stint, marking a milestone in NBA history by playing alongside his father.
In the season opener against the Timberwolves, Bronny’s stats were as follows:
Points: 0
Field Goals: 0-for-2
Three-Point Field Goals: 0-for-1
Rebounds: 1
Assists: 0
Steals: 0
Blocks: 0
Turnovers: 0
Fouls: 0
Minutes Played: 3
Looking ahead, Bronny James and the Los Angeles Lakers are scheduled to play again on Friday against the Phoenix Suns at 10 p.m. ET, with the game airing on ESPN.