LeBron and Bronny James Set to Make NBA History in Lakers’ Season Opener

The Los Angeles Lakers are on the verge of making NBA history as LeBron James and his son, Bronny James, are likely to become the first father-son duo to play together in an NBA game. This historic moment is expected to occur early in the Lakers’ season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.

According to ESPN‘s Shams Charania, who appeared on Tuesday’s episode of SportsCenter, it is “very likely” that the Lakers will put both LeBron and Bronny on the court together during the game, provided it remains competitive and flows well. Charania emphasized that the Lakers have spent a significant amount of time discussing this internally and aim to make this happen in a competitive environment.

This is not the first time the duo has played together; they previously shared the court during a preseason game on October 6 against the Phoenix Suns, where the Lakers lost 118-114. However, this upcoming game marks a significant milestone as it would be the first time a father-son duo has played together in a regular season NBA game.

LeBron James, now in his 22nd year in the NBA, has been vocal about his desire to play alongside his son. This moment is a culmination of his long-standing aspiration and highlights the unique bond between the two basketball stars.