Bronny James, the son of LeBron James, is set to split time between the Los Angeles Lakers and their G League affiliate, the South Bay Lakers. Coach JJ Reddick confirmed this plan, although he noted that it is subject to change. Bronny, the 55th overall pick in the June draft, will move between the two teams after the Lakers complete a five-game trip on Nov. 6.
The decision for Bronny to play in the G League is common for second-round picks during their rookie season. He played in six preseason games, averaging 4.2 points and 16.2 minutes of playing time. Bronny played 3 minutes in the Lakers’ recent win against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
LeBron James, who played for the Cleveland Cavaliers and led them to an NBA championship in 2016, expressed that he expected his son to split time between the NBA and the G League. LeBron emphasized the importance of accountability and growth for both himself and his son.
The Lakers will host Sacramento on Saturday before beginning their trip, which includes a game in Cleveland on Wednesday. The younger James, born in Akron like his father, will have the opportunity to further develop his skills and contribute to both the Lakers and the South Bay Lakers.
Overall, the plan for Bronny to split time between the Lakers and the G League reflects the commitment to his development as a basketball player and the close relationship between the two teams.
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