Finally, Bronny James took the court for his first college basketball game this Sunday. LeBron James, beaming with pride, captured the moment as his eldest son confidently played, contributing 4 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, and a block in 16 minutes during USC’s 84-79 home loss to Long Beach State.
LeBron, amidst leading the Los Angeles Lakers to victory in the NBA In-Season Tournament, expressed his anticipation for this moment, eagerly awaiting the sight of Bronny running onto the court with his teammates. As Bronny made his debut off the bench, he showcased glimpses of defensive prowess reminiscent of his father.
With a 3-pointer in the second half, Bronny scored his first college points, briefly putting USC ahead. Despite a commendable effort, USC faced overtime and eventually succumbed to Long Beach State. Notably, Bronny had battled cardiac arrest during a practice at USC in July, adding a layer of resilience to his journey back to the court.
As a high school senior at Sierra Canyon, Bronny earned accolades, averaging 14 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.8 steals. Now with USC, his college debut is marked by both recovery and promise. While speculation surrounds his eligibility for the NBA draft after this season, the 6-foot-4 James continues to carve his own path in the basketball world. Seton Hall coach Shaheen Holloway, having faced USC last month, extends his best wishes for Bronny’s continued success and recovery.
