Bronny James: Preseason Stats and NBA Debut Outlook

Bronny James, the rookie son of LeBron James, has had a mixed preseason with the Los Angeles Lakers. Here are some key statistics and insights into his performance:

During the preseason, Bronny James played in six games, averaging 4.2 points, 1.7 rebounds, and 0.3 assists per game, with an average playing time of 16.2 minutes per game. His field goal percentage was 29.7%, and he shot a dismal 8.3% from three-point range, making only 1 out of 12 attempts.

In his final preseason game against the Golden State Warriors, Bronny had a standout performance, scoring 17 points in 35 minutes, which included 7-of-17 shooting. This game significantly boosted his overall preseason averages.

Despite his defensive potential, which has earned praise from Lakers coach JJ Redick, Bronny’s offensive performance has been a concern. He was drafted 55th overall in the 2024 NBA Draft, a position that historically has low success rates, and he will likely spend time in the G League for further development.

Bronny is on a four-year, $7.9 million contract with the Lakers, with the first three years fully guaranteed. He is expected to make his regular-season debut against the Minnesota Timberwolves, although his playing time is anticipated to be limited unless his performance improves significantly.