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Photo: Instagram/Bronny James Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James clinched his first NBA win on Wednesday, helping the team secure their first Summer League victory after facing online scrutiny.  The 19-year-old guard, and son of basketball legend LeBron James , scored 12 points, including a crucial 17-foot pull-up jumper, leading the Lakers to an 87-86 win over the Atlanta Hawks at the Thomas & Mack Centre. Bronny has been under intense pressure, facing backlash and claims of nepotism. Despite the criticism, he acknowledged the support of his parents, LeBron and Savannah James , who have encouraged him to stay focused. Photo: Instagram/Bronny James Adding to his support system, basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal , known affectionately as "Uncle Shaq," offered words of encouragement. "Keep playing hard, Bronny. Uncle Shaq loves you," O'Neal said, understanding the pressures Bronny faces, as his own son Shareef has pursued a similar path. Rich Paul , ...

Photo: Instagram/Jeanie Buss The Los Angeles Lakers were in the spotlight for drafting Bronny James in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft. This choice was one of the most talked-about and scrutinized second-round picks ever. Jeanie Buss and the Lakers believed it was the right decision, and his agent, Rich Paul , has been defending the move. Bronny James has had a tough time in the Summer League, especially with his shooting. Normally, a player would be given time to improve, but because he's LeBron James ' son, many feel he didn’t earn his spot, leading to heavy criticism. Rich Paul, on "The Pat McAfee Show," explained that Jeanie Buss decided to draft Bronny based on both his basketball skills and character. Paul said, “Jeanie Buss decided that she’s making this call. She’s seen Bronny in all aspects, not only from a basketball perspective but also from a character perspective. And he has everything that aligns with the Laker brand.” Photo: Instagram/Jeanie Bus...

Photo: Instagram/Bronny James Rich Paul , the agent representing Bronny James, has confirmed that Bronny won't be signing a two-way contract with any NBA team. Bronny, the son of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James , is represented by Klutch Sports, the same agency that handles his father. Bronny has been busy with the NBA Draft process, participating in the NBA Draft Combine and showcasing his talents at the Klutch Sports Pro Day at the Lakers practice facility. His next steps include workouts with individual teams, and depending on his performance, he could be selected in the 2024 NBA Draft. Paul discussed Bronny's draft prospects with Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report, noting that opinions on where Bronny might be drafted vary widely. Some teams project him to go between picks 20 and 50, while others think he might go undrafted. However, Paul is focused on finding the right fit for Bronny, emphasizing that this process is similar for all his clients. Photo: Instagram/B...

Photo: Instagram/LeBron James Lakers superstar LeBron James is inching closer to the end of his 21st NBA season , prompting speculation about his retirement plans. Despite contemplating retirement after last season's Western Conference Finals loss, James returned for another year and maintained an All-NBA level performance, even achieving a career-high from the 3-point line. With his son Bronny potentially entering the NBA , there's talk that James may not hang up his jersey after the 2023-24 season. Photo: Instagram/LeBron James In an interview with SiriusXM NBA Radio, James' agent and close friend Rich Paul indicated that James is likely to play next season, with possibly two to three more seasons left in him. Paul emphasized James' commitment to basketball and urged him to enjoy the remaining years of his career. As the Lakers' season wraps up, the focus will shift to James' decision for the 2024-25 season. While he has the option to explore free agency , i...

Photo: Instagram/LeBron James LeBron James ' agent, Rich Paul , in a decisive statement, dispels rumors of a potential trade, asserting that James hasn't sought a move and won't be traded. The Lakers, currently 25-25, face speculation amid a less-than-stellar season, but Paul, speaking to ESPN, insists, "LeBron won't be traded, and we aren't asking to be." The buzz gained momentum after James' cryptic hourglass tweet following the Lakers' loss to the Hawks, fueling speculation about his immediate future. Photo: Instagram/LeBron James KTLA reporter David Pingalore added fuel to the fire, suggesting the Lakers were considering moving the 39-year-old, though no definitive trade plans were stated. While Pingalore correctly predicted past James-related news, Paul's public denial adds weight to the Lakers' commitment to salvage the season rather than embark on a rebuild.  The Lakers, currently ninth in the Western Conference, pulled off a stunni...

Photo: Instagram/Rich Paul In a strategic move, Rich Paul's Klutch Sports Group, renowned for its dominance in basketball representation with LeBron James as its flagship client, has broadened its reach to Major League Baseball (MLB). The sports agency recently finalized the acquisition of Rep 1's baseball division, marking another significant milestone in its expansion beyond basketball and into football earlier this year. The move comes amid the MLB spotlight, fueled by the Los Angeles Dodgers' historic signing of Japanese sensation Shohei Ohtani to a staggering $700 million deal . Klutch Sports is set to capitalize on the momentum, eyeing major deals within the baseball domain. Photo: Instagram/Rich Paul Klutch Sports disclosed the expansion plans, revealing key additions to its roster, including two All-Star players from Rep 1's lineup, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan. Furthermore, Chris Koras, CEO of Rep 1, will spearhead Klutch Sports' new baseball divis...