Father-Son Bond Shines at Lakers Media Day
LeBron James and his son Bronny James stole the spotlight during the Los Angeles Lakers media day ahead of the 2024-25 NBA season. The event marks a pivotal moment, as the basketball icon prepares to share the court with his 19-year-old son in the upcoming season.
LeBron Reflects on Playing Alongside His Son
LeBron James, who had long expressed his desire to play with his son in the NBA, was emotional when asked about this unique opportunity.
“Just pure joy, man,” LeBron said, struggling to find the right words.
He continued, “I’m just super proud of him. He’s a man now, and he’s ready to go.”
Bronny, a talented guard who played last year at Southern California, was selected 55th overall in June’s NBA Draft. For LeBron, this moment was a dream come true.
Bronny James on the Surreal Experience
Bronny, reflecting on the day, expressed his excitement and gratitude.
“This is a crazy feeling,” he said.
As Bronny watched his father pose for photos, he couldn’t help but feel amazed.
“Just looking at my dad taking pictures, I thought, ‘What’s going on right now?’” Bronny added, appreciating the chance to join his father on the iconic Lakers team.
The Lakers’ Plans for the Father-Son Duo
New Lakers head coach JJ Redick, a close friend and former podcast partner of LeBron, will oversee this historic collaboration. However, Redick was cautious about revealing too many details.
“We don’t have anything set in stone yet,” Redick mentioned, explaining that while the coaching staff has discussed the possibility, nothing has been finalized.
Redick’s appointment as head coach adds another layer of excitement to this upcoming season. It will be his first head-coaching role, while LeBron enters his 22nd season, tying Vince Carter’s record for most seasons played in NBA history.
LeBron’s Focus on the Moment
Despite his advancing age, LeBron emphasized that he feels great physically and mentally.
“I feel really sharp and fresh,” he said.
LeBron also shared how special this moment is for him, especially with Bronny now part of the Lakers roster.
“I don’t want to take this moment for granted,” LeBron noted, making it clear that he’s cherishing every second of this unique experience.
A New Dynamic Between LeBron and Bronny
One amusing detail the father-son pair will need to sort out is what Bronny will call LeBron while they’re on the court together.
“I haven’t figured it out yet,” Bronny admitted.
However, he hinted that simply calling his father “Bron” might be the easiest and most professional choice.
The Lakers’ Upcoming Season
With the 2024-25 season fast approaching, the Lakers’ season opener on October 22 against the Minnesota Timberwolves will mark the official start of this historic chapter. Fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting to see how the James duo will perform together, and whether this father-son bond can translate into on-court success for the Lakers.
As LeBron and Bronny embark on this once-in-a-lifetime journey, one thing is certain: the NBA will never be the same again.
