It was a history-making moment that made me smile from the bottom of my heart.
Official announcement: Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and son, Bronythe first father-son duo to play together in an NBA game in the entire history of the league.
This plan has been in the works for years and came to fruition when the Lakers selected Bronny in the 2024 NBA Draft. Then on Tuesday night, the ultimate magic happened when they walked on the same court together in the season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves. LeBron started, as usual, and Bronny eventually came on in the second quarter. 4 minutes left In half. (Related: Kawhi Leonard out ‘indefinitely’ to rehabilitate from knee inflammation, starting new season: Report)
The two received a standing ovation when they checked in at the same time.
LeBron had the following results. status line Bronny had 16 points, five rebounds and four assists in just three minutes of play.
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Bronny James.First time playing together as a father-son duo in the NBA! pic.twitter.com/naadFLoPmh
— NBA (@NBA) October 23, 2024
The first father-son duo in NBA history 👑 pic.twitter.com/T12JdbluT2
— Lakers All Day, Every Day (@LADEig) October 23, 2024
How can you not love this?
“Are you ready? Take it easy…go out and play to your heart’s content.”
22nd year, advice for first years. https://t.co/SKNTEA4gkQ pic.twitter.com/g5Trgujjzt
— NBA (@NBA) October 23, 2024
August 1990: Ken Griffey Sr. and Jr. play in a game together.
October 2024: LeBron James and Bronny James at a game together? pic.twitter.com/9AdApDLApn— Yahoo Sports (@YahooSports) October 23, 2024
Don’t be late, ROOK! 🤣🤴🏾👑🫡 pic.twitter.com/zxR6O8ewJp
— LeBron James (@KingJames) October 22, 2024
That’s really cool, and makes LeBron a very likable player — especially considering he’s on my fantasy basketball team (Go Las Vegas 51s!).
