Bronny James Scores 23 Points, Wows NBA Fans Despite G League Lakers' Loss vs. Charge
Dec 29, 2024
SAN FRANCISCO, CA - DECEMBER 25: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on before the game against the Golden State Warriors on December 25, 2024 at Chase Center in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/NBAE via Getty Images)
Bronny James is continuing to find his stride in the G-League.
The 2024 second-round pick had a solid showing in a 93-90 loss for the South Bay Lakers on Saturday, leading all scorers with 23 points while adding nine rebounds and five assists.
This was his sixth game scoring in double figures in the G-League and his best showing since his 30-point performance on Dec. 12.
Fans took to social media to praise Bronny's continued improvement and projected when he will become a rotation player for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Happy for Bronny like I know him. Too many people that were hoping he fails and talking like he should’ve never been drafted, all because of who his father is.
They would’ve never gave a damn about the 55th pick in the draft in any other circumstance.
Again, Bronny just keeps killing and nobody talking about it. So that means yall never cared about him to begin with, you just wanted to hate for engagements
Bronny is starting to take off in the G-League. Reps are so important. Glad they didn’t stick with that only home games thing. Gaining confidence with every game.pic.twitter.com/NRot3wR3l5
This is good him playing away games because he wasn’t at first. Ofcourse people was gonna lose their minds because we know with him playing both home and away games is going to build his development . Now look. Keep on going Bronny. https://t.co/StGyAiGKy8
Bronny is now averaging 13.4 points, 3.4 assists and 3.1 rebounds in seven G-League games and is shooting 37.4 percent.
He averaged 0.6 points, 0.3 assists and 0.1 rebounds in seven games at the NBA level this season but his progression at the G-League level should make him more of a factor later in the season. He also could give the team some flexibility going forward if he can slip into a bench role and allow the team to make a move for a strong player.
He will continue to play for South Bay in the near future, however, and will look to continue his solid stretch on Jan. 3 when the Lakers face the Mexico City Capitanes.
Bronny James Wows NBA Fans in G League Showcase Debut Despite Lakers' Loss to Swarm
Dec 19, 2024
ORLANDO, FL - DECEMBER 19: Bronny James #9 of the South Bay Lakers smiles against the Greensboro Swarm during an NBA G-League winter showcase game on December 19, 2024 at Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Scott Audette/NBAE via Getty Images)
Bronny James had quite a day for the South Bay Lakers.
The 20-year-old scored 16 points to go along with five assists, four rebounds and three steals in South Bay's 98-90 loss to the Greensboro Swarm.
This comes after a 30-point performance last Friday against the Valley Suns as the 2024 second-round pick continues to get more comfortable to the professional game.
Fans took to social media to praise James' performance despite the loss:
Bronny continues to look more and more comfortable in the G League 👀
Bronny James is a 20 year old.. That was a McDonald’s All American at 18.. But had his freshman season derailed before it began because he almost DIED at 19…
Oh and his father may be the most physically gifted athlete in world history..
James is averaging 14.4 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.4 assists in the G-League but his production continues to improve every game. He has appeared in a few NBA games alongside his dad, LeBron James, but has stated his desire to improve in the G-League to eventually become a solid professional.
Thursday's effort came in the Lakers first game in the G-League Winter Showcase in Orlando. Fans will also get a chance to see James and the team on Saturday when South Bay takes on the Osceola Magic.
Bronny James Scores 16, Impresses NBA Fans as G League Lakers Win vs. Clippers
Dec 8, 2024
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 16: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers warms up before the second half of a game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on November 16, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Derick E. Hingle/Getty Images)
Bronny James impressed fans in his long-awaited return to the South Bay Lakers on Saturday night in their 119-11 victory over the San Diego Clippers.
In his first game since Nov. 17, following recovery from a left heel injury, James posted a career-high 16 points, along with four rebounds, two assists and one block, while shooting 6-of-15 from the field.
After battling back from a 35-24 deficit in the first quarter, the Lakers outscored the Clippers by 12 points in the second quarter to take a one point advantage heading into halftime.
James recorded 10 points on 3-of-7 shooting, along with two rebounds and one assist, while posting a positive plus-minus on the court of plus-nine in the first half.
The No. 55 overall pick added six points in the second half to help propel South Bay to a victory over San Diego, improving the Lakers' record to 4-8 as they currently sit second to last in the West Division.
James shot 0-of-4 from beyond the arc, continuing his shooting struggles this season, but dominated in the paint—a strategy that has proven far more effective for the 20-year-old.
Saturday marked James' third game of the G-League season, where he entered averaging 5.0 points, 2.5 rebounds and 3.0 assists.
In his last game against the Stockton Kings, James recorded four points, two rebounds and two assists in a 127-122 loss. Prior to that, he scored six points, grabbed three rebounds, dished out four assists and added two steals in a 110-96 victory over the Salt Lake City Stars.
The rookie's return impressed fans following his weeks-long absence, as he continues to uphold the legacy of his father, LeBron James.
The South Bay Lakers will head to Tempe to take on the Valley Suns next Thursday and the Los Angeles Lakers will face the Portland Trailblazers at home on Sunday.
