Bronny James

Bronny James, a professional basketball player, currently plays for the Los Angeles Lakers. His basketball journey began at Sierra Canyon School, where he played his freshman and sophomore seasons. His performance in his junior and senior seasons caught the attention of many, averaging 8.8 and 14.2 points per game, respectively. This led to his selection for the McDonald's All-American Game and the United States team for the Nike Hoop Summit, where he showcased his skills, scoring 15 points in the former and 11 points in the latter. James' prowess on the court earned him scholarship offers from prestigious institutions such as Duke and Kentucky, but he committed to the University of Southern California (USC).

Despite a health scare due to a congenital heart defect, James made his collegiate debut for USC and entered the 2024 NBA draft while maintaining his college eligibility. His basketball IQ, shooting strength, and defensive anticipation led to his selection by the Los Angeles Lakers with the 55th overall pick. Notably, this event made him and his father, LeBron James Sr., the NBA's first active father-son duo. His playing style has drawn comparisons to several notable players like De'Anthony Melton, Lonzo Ball, Miles McBride, and Jrue Holiday.

Off the court, James has also made a name for himself in the esports world, signing with FaZe Clan in 2020 and even gracing the cover of Sports Illustrated alongside members of the organization. He also has an impressive social media following, with over seven million followers on Instagram by the end of high school. Analysts have projected James as having one of the highest-earning potentials from his name, image, and likeness (NIL) among college athletes. He is known to honor his favorite NBA player, Russell Westbrook, and his father, LeBron James Sr., by wearing their jersey numbers, but in 2024 he chose to wear number 9 on the Los Angeles Lakers in honor of deceased rapper Juice WRLD.