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Photo: LeBron James, Bronny James / Instagram   LeBron James is known for his legendary NBA career and strong values, especially when it comes to parenting. But during a recent game, he had to sit back and watch his son, Bronny James , face a classic rookie moment—without stepping in to help. Bronny, new to the Lakers, found himself in an awkward spot during a timeout. Anthony Davis , a senior team member, casually claimed the seat next to LeBron. Bronny, sitting there at the time, had to move without hesitation. The lighthearted moment had the crowd laughing, but it was also a reminder of the hierarchy rookies face, no matter their last name. LeBron stayed quiet, letting Bronny handle it on his own. It was a clear example of LeBron's ability to separate family from the professional world of basketball. On the court, Bronny isn’t just LeBron’s son—he’s a rookie teammate who has to earn his place like everyone else. Photo: LeBron James, Bronny James / Instagram   Bronny’s jour...

Photo: Anthony Davis / Instagram   Bronny James may be LeBron James 's son, but he's still getting the rookie treatment—no special favors here. During Sunday’s game against the Portland Trail Blazers, Anthony Davis and the Lakers had some fun with Bronny. After sitting on the bench next to his father, LeBron, AD stopped in front of him and asked Bronny to stand up to make room.  The moment led to smiles all around, as Bronny did his part without a fuss. Even with LeBron sitting out due to soreness in his left foot, the Lakers beat the Trail Blazers 107–98.  Photo: Anthony Davis / Instagram   AD had an impressive game with 30 points, 11 rebounds, and five blocks. Bronny only played the final two minutes but added one block in his short time on the court. AD giving Bronny the rookie treatment in front of Bron 🤣 (via _michaelmorales10/IG) pic.twitter.com/XOlkPmCMnP — Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) December 9, 2024 The Lakers now have a break until this Friday ...

Photo: LeBron and Bronny James / Instagram   LeBron and Bronny James made history as the first father-son duo in NBA history, and now their Opening Night jerseys have sold for $102,000 at a Sotheby’s auction.  The sale price might seem modest for such a unique piece of sports history—if you're a multi-millionaire, that is. LeBron’s jersey, worn in the Lakers' season opener and two preseason games, also made an appearance on Media Day.  Meanwhile, Bronny’s jersey has a twist. While Sotheby’s says it was worn during the second half of the game against Minnesota, photos suggest he never left his warmups. However, it was confirmed he wore it during Media Day and other preseason events. Photo: LeBron and Bronny James / Instagram   The jerseys mark a significant moment: LeBron, at 39, sharing the court with his son in an NBA game. For Bronny, it was a special comeback after recovering from cardiac arrest just a year ago. Given their historic value and the milestone the...

Photo: Shohei Ohtani, Mamiko Tanaka / Instagram   Shohei Ohtani , star of the Los Angeles Dodgers and one of baseball's biggest names, made headlines again this week—but not for his play on the field. Instead, it was Ohtani and his wife, Mamiko Tanaka , who captured attention during the Lakers vs. Trail Blazers game in Los Angeles on Sunday night. Ohtani, fresh off a historic season with the Dodgers, is coming off a World Series win after signing a record-breaking 10-year, $700 million contract. In 2023, he became the first MLB player ever to achieve 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season. Although he didn't pitch last year due to UCL surgery , Ohtani remains a star both as a hitter and pitcher, boasting a career 3.01 ERA. But this time, it wasn’t just Shohei making waves. His wife, Mamiko Tanaka, turned heads at the Lakers game. A former professional basketball player for the Fujitsu Red Wave in Japan, Tanaka rarely makes public appearances with Ohtani, which ma...

Photo: Bronny James / Instagram   On Saturday, Bronny James returned to the court in the G League as the South Bay Lakers faced the San Diego Clippers. The Lakers came out on top, winning 119-111. Bronny, who played one year at USC before being drafted 55th overall in 2024, finished the game with 16 points, four rebounds, two assists, and a block. He shot 6/15 from the field but struggled from three-point range, going 0/4. Fans shared their thoughts on his performance across social media, praising his effort and hustle. Photo: Bronny James / Instagram   So far this season, Bronny has appeared in six games for the Lakers in the NBA. The team is currently 12-11 and sits in 10th place in the Western Conference standings. Ending our last home game of the year with a W. #SBLakers pic.twitter.com/Snx3zsW2Le — South Bay Lakers (@SouthBayLakers) December 8, 2024 The Lakers will take on the Portland Trail Blazers next, hosting them in Los Angeles on Sunday night. Source   R...

Photo: JJ Redick / Instagram   The Los Angeles Lakers are struggling. They’ve dropped to ninth place in the Western Conference after a crushing 109-80 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, their worst of the season. This is JJ Redick ’s first year as an NBA head coach, and he’s already under pressure. Even with stars like LeBron James and Anthony Davis , injuries to key players like Jaxson Hayes, Christian Wood , and Jarred Vanderbilt have hurt the team. The Lakers replaced former coach Darvin Ham during the offseason, but Redick has the same 12-9 record Ham had in his first 21 games. After the embarrassing loss to the Timberwolves, critics are questioning Redick’s ability to lead the team. Photo: JJ Redick / Instagram Former NBA player Gilbert Arenas didn’t hold back, saying Redick should lose his job.   “If it were up to me, J.J. would’ve got fired last night,” Arenas said on his show, Gil’s Arena. Despite the criticism, it’s still early in the season, with 61 games left fo...

Photo: LeBron James / Instagram   LeBron James added another achievement to his legendary NBA career on Wednesday night. While the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a tough 134-93 loss to the Miami Heat, James reached a major milestone by climbing to seventh on the all-time three-pointers made list. In the third quarter, James hit his only three-pointer of the game, bringing his career total to 2,451 and passing former All-Star Kyle Korver. The NBA congratulated James with an announcement on social media, saying, "Congrats to LeBron James of the Lakers for moving into 7th on the all-time THREES MADE list!" Fans praised LeBron for his accomplishment. One wrote, "This shows how he's adapted his game over the years. Congrats to the King!" Others joked about how far LeBron is from catching Steph Curry, the league's all-time leader with 3,814 three-pointers. Photo: LeBron James / Instagram   Despite his personal success, the Lakers continue to struggle. This loss, the...

Photo: Bronny James / Instagram   The Los Angeles Lakers, known for their legendary players and rich history, have made headlines again. This time, it’s not because of LeBron James, but his son, Bronny James . Bronny, who recently joined the Lakers, has already made history—but not for his basketball skills just yet. Bronny and LeBron became the first father-son duo to play for the same NBA team. While Bronny’s time on the court is just beginning, he’s breaking records off the court. His jersey sales have skyrocketed , setting a new Lakers record that even the biggest stars couldn’t reach. After Bronny’s draft, over 500,000 of his jerseys sold, each priced at around $100. That’s over $50 million in revenue—an achievement that eclipses even LeBron’s jersey sales. Lakers owner Jeanie Buss is surely thrilled, as Bronny’s popularity is boosting the team’s finances in a big way. Photo: Bronny James / Instagram   The excitement around Bronny isn’t just with fans. Former NBA player...

Photo: LeBron and Bronny James / Instagram   LeBron James has been planning to share the court with his son, Bronny , for years. Back in December 2020, the Los Angeles Lakers star hinted at the possibility during a media interview. LeBron, known as "King James," revealed how his career plans could align with Bronny's basketball journey. At the time, Bronny was 16 and on track to graduate high school in 2023. "The year I'll be a free agent will be the same year my oldest son graduates high school," LeBron said. "So I'll have some options: spending more time with my family, being around my son, or continuing to play the game I love. We'll see." Photo: LeBron and Bronny James / Instagram   LeBron's comments suggested he was thinking about the end of his career and how it could connect to Bronny’s start. In December 2020, LeBron signed a two-year contract extension with the Lakers. This deal meant he would be a free agent after the 2022-23...

Photo: LeBron James, Anthony Edwards / Instagram   NBA stars LeBron James and Anthony Edwards had fans laughing with a lighthearted moment during a Lakers warmup session. A video of the playful “fight” quickly went viral on social media. The clip shows the Los Angeles Lakers legend and Minnesota Timberwolves rising star pretending to scuffle in a staged showdown. Both players leaned into the joke, with LeBron pretending to square up and Edwards playing along with enthusiasm. Fans loved the funny interaction, flooding social media with comments. “This is why LeBron is the GOAT, even off the court,” one fan wrote. Another joked, “Only Edwards would dare to ‘fight’ the King!” Photo: LeBron James, Anthony Edwards / Instagram   The moment also showed the respect between the two players. LeBron, a four-time NBA champion, has long been a role model for younger stars like Edwards, who is making his mark in the league. View this post on Instagram A post shared by S...

Photo: LeBron James / Instagram   LeBron James , one of the NBA's all-time greats, is going through a tough stretch as he nears his 40th birthday. In his last four games, he has missed all 19 of his 3-point attempts. This slump is close to RJ Barrett’s record of 21 straight misses, but it’s not entirely new for James, who has had streaky shooting stretches throughout his career. While shooting has never been his biggest strength, LeBron's ability to dominate in other areas has always made up for it. But in the Lakers’ 109-80 loss to the Timberwolves on Monday, there were signs of a deeper problem. James finished with just 10 points, hitting only 4 of his 12 shots from inside the arc. This season, he’s averaging 22 points per game, his lowest since his rookie year. LeBron’s efficiency has taken a noticeable dip. He’s struggling to finish plays he used to dominate. For instance, he’s making 67.9% of his shots in the restricted area this season, down from 73.3% last year. In fast ...

Photo: Bronny and LeBron James / Instagram   LeBron and Bronny James made history on October 22, becoming the first father and son to play in an NBA game together. Now, the jerseys they wore during that historic game are being sold at auction. The two jerseys, both from the Los Angeles Lakers, are available through a partnership between the NBA and Sotheby’s. The auction started on Thursday, and by Thursday evening, bids had already reached $70,000. LeBron's jersey has been matched to the Lakers' 110-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, where he played 34 minutes, scoring 16 points, with five rebounds and four assists. The jersey was also linked to two preseason games and the NBA media day. Photo: Bronny and LeBron James / Instagram Sotheby’s says Bronny’s jersey was worn in the second half of the game, but it could not be verified with photos because he was often seen wearing a warm-up jacket. However, the jersey was matched to four preseason games and NBA media day...

Photo: LeBron James / Instagram   LeBron James has decided to take a break from social media, citing the "negative takes" online.  The NBA star made the announcement after responding to a post by Kevin Durant ’s manager, Rich Kleiman, about the negativity in sports coverage. Kleiman wrote that sports should bring people together, but instead, many discussions have become about clickbait and negativity. LeBron agreed, posting "AMEN" before adding, “And with that said, I’ll holla at y’all! Getting off social media for the time being. Y’all take care.” Photo: LeBron James / Instagram   Recently, there has been criticism about LeBron's son, Bronny James , and the way he's being treated in the G League . Bronny, 20, has been allowed to only play home games for the Lakers' G League team. He made his debut on Nov. 9 against the Salt Lake City Stars. And with that said I’ll holla at y’all! Getting off social media for the time being. Y’all take care ✌🏾👑 — Le...

Photo: Anthony Davis, Dalton Knecht / Instagram   The Los Angeles Lakers are on fire, winning five straight games to improve to 9-4 this season. On Saturday night, they beat the New Orleans Pelicans 104-99, despite dealing with injuries that have forced other players to step up. One of those players is rookie Dalton Knecht, who had a breakout game against the Pelicans. Starting for the second straight game, the rookie scored 27 points, showing why the Lakers picked him in the first round of the draft. With Rui Hachimura and Cam Reddish sidelined, Knecht stepped into the spotlight and helped secure the win. Lakers star Anthony Davis praised the rookie but also admitted he gets frustrated when Knecht doesn’t shoot enough. Photo: Anthony Davis / Instagram   “Every time he shoots the ball, we think it’s going in,” Davis said. “That’s why we get so frustrated and upset when he doesn’t shoot. He’s a great player.” Davis led the Lakers with 31 points, while Knecht was right behi...

Photo: Bronny James / Instagram   The Los Angeles Lakers are set to face the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, hoping to improve their record to 6-4 in their 10th game of the season. The team will have Bronny James back, along with guard Jalen Hood-Schifino and forward Maxwell Lewis, who have been recalled from the South Bay Lakers, the Lakers' G League affiliate. James recently played his first game with the South Bay Lakers, scoring six points, grabbing three rebounds, dishing out four assists, and making two steals and a block. Though his shooting wasn’t great (2-for-10 from the field and 0-for-5 from three), he felt good about his performance. "It felt pretty good to go out there and just play my game," James said. "I was just playing basketball." South Bay Lakers head coach Zach Guthrie was impressed by James, saying, "He did a great job. He played unselfishly and within the flow of the game." Photo: Bronny James / Instagram James has appeared in five...

Photo: J.R. Smith, Bronny James (Instagram) The Los Angeles Lakers faced a tough night on Wednesday, losing to the Cleveland Cavaliers 134-110 in Ohio. But one bright spot in the game was Lakers rookie Bronny James , who scored his first NBA points .  Bronny, the 20-year-old son of superstar LeBron James , put up two points, two assists, and one steal, shooting 1/2 from the field in just five minutes. After the game, former NBA champion J.R. Smith shared his thoughts on Bronny.  Smith, who won titles with LeBron on both the Cavaliers and Lakers, praised Bronny for being down-to-earth. “You hear about a lot of kids with famous parents who can be arrogant, but Bronny is the complete opposite,” Smith said. “He’s really grateful for this chance.” Photo: J.R. Smith (Instagram) The Lakers are now 3-2 this season, with LeBron James leading the team in Wednesday’s game. LeBron scored 26 points, adding six rebounds and three assists, in his 29 minutes on the court. Bronny James scores ...

Photo: LeBron James (Instagram) Tension is building on the Lakers team. LeBron James , usually known for staying calm and leading his team, let his frustration show in a recent game against the Sacramento Kings. In the game, James had an impressive performance with 32 points, 14 rebounds, and 10 assists. But at a key moment, he didn’t get the ball from teammate Rui Hachimura , and he made his feelings clear.  Cameras caught LeBron shouting at Hachimura, sending a strong message that every decision on the court matters. This tense moment may go beyond the game.  Photo: LeBron James (Instagram) LeBron is dealing with changes involving his son, Bronny James. The Lakers are reportedly planning for Bronny to split time between the main Lakers team and the G League's South Bay Lakers. This setup would give Bronny a chance to develop away from the big spotlight, something LeBron might see as a mixed blessing. While LeBron supports his son’s growth , having Bronny play in the minor l...

Photo: LeBron James (Instagram) LeBron James has given his support to his son, Bronny James , moving to the NBA's G League to help him develop his game. Bronny, who was the 55th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, has faced tough criticism, with some calling him the "worst pick of the season." Struggling to find his rhythm, many believe the G League could help him build confidence and improve his skills. To help with this, the Los Angeles Lakers have decided that Bronny will split time between the main Lakers team and their G League team, the South Bay Lakers. This will allow him to work on his game in a lower-pressure setting while still gaining valuable experience. What surprised many was LeBron's strong approval of this plan. ESPN reported that Bronny will travel with the Lakers for their upcoming five-game road trip, and afterward, he’ll go back and forth between the NBA and G League. LeBron believes this approach could be key to Bronny’s growth in the league. Photo: Le...

Photo: Bronny James (Instagram) Bronny James , rookie for the Los Angeles Lakers, is expected to travel with the team until November 6. After that, he’ll start moving between the Lakers and their G League team , the South Bay Lakers. However, according to Lakers coach JJ Redick , this plan could change based on how things go. The Lakers kicked off their season with a win against the Minnesota Timberwolves, marking the first NBA game with LeBron James and Bronny playing together as a father-son duo . Their next games are against the Phoenix Suns, Sacramento Kings, and other teams across the country. Redick, along with Lakers’ general manager Rob Pelinka and LeBron, has supported Bronny splitting time between the main team and the G League for his development. LeBron recently shared his excitement for Bronny’s growth as a player, whether he’s with the Lakers or their G League team. Photo: Bronny James (Instagram) For players like Bronny, who was picked in the second round of the NBA Dra...