Bronny James is set to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers for their upcoming five-game road trip before transitioning to a split schedule between the Lakers’ active roster and their G League affiliate, as reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania and Dave McMenamin.
During the Lakers’ season opener, James played three minutes alongside his father, LeBron James, shooting 0-of-2 and grabbing a rebound. The team has two more home games before embarking on the road trip, including a special matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
LeBron, who had a successful tenure with the Cavaliers, winning accolades like NBA MVP awards and an NBA championship, paved the way for his son’s basketball career. Despite being drafted by the Lakers in 2024, Bronny signed a standard contract rather than a two-way deal typically used for players splitting time between the NBA and G League.
LeBron emphasized the importance of development and accountability for Bronny, acknowledging the role of the G League affiliate in his growth as a player. The Lakers and South Bay teams work together as one unit to ensure the progress of all players.