Bronny James, son of NBA superstar LeBron James, has been facing a lot of criticism since being drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers in the second round last month. Despite a tough Summer League debut where he scored only four points on 2-of-9 shooting, LeBron revealed that Bronny is unfazed by all the negativity surrounding him.
LeBron explained that Bronny has a different mindset compared to him when he was a rookie. While LeBron wanted people to like him and was affected by the criticism early in his career, Bronny doesn’t care at all. He is cool, indifferent, and doesn’t pay attention to what the critics are saying about him. LeBron expressed admiration for his son’s ability to block out the noise and remain focused on his goals.
He mentioned that Bronny had undergone heart surgery less than a year ago, making his journey to the NBA even more remarkable. Despite reports that Bronny will spend most of the upcoming season in the G League with the South Bay Lakers, there is a possibility for him to share the court with his father and create history as the only father-son duo to play in an NBA game together.
The Lakers, under new head coach J.J. Redick, have had a challenging offseason with some big-name free agents not joining the team. However, LeBron attributed this to the nature of the business rather than any shortcomings of the front office. He emphasized the importance of staying focused and not letting external factors affect the team’s performance.
In conclusion, Bronny James remains determined to prove his critics wrong and make a name for himself in the NBA. With the unwavering support of his father LeBron, he is ready to face whatever challenges come his way and showcase his talent on the court. The James family’s journey in the NBA promises to be an exciting and historic one, with fans eagerly awaiting the opportunity to see father and son play together at the highest level of basketball.